New Music: Yugen Blakrok - Being Here

Yugen Blakrok: South African Rapper's Meditative Depths in "Being Here"

Yugen Blakrok is a highly acclaimed South African rapper, recognized for her deeply lyrical, often dark, and philosophical approach to hip-hop. Emerging from the Eastern Cape, she quickly gained respect in the underground rap scene for her commanding presence and conscious subject matter. Her music blends sci-fi soundscapes, hard drums, and meditative melodies, over which her dense and vivid lyrics command attention.

Blakrok's career gained significant international recognition when she featured on the track "Opps" with Vince Staples from the Kendrick Lamar-produced soundtrack to the movie Black Panther (2018). She has released several well-received albums, including "Return of the Astro-Goth" (2013) and "Anima Mysterium" (2019), and is known for pushing the boundaries of hip-hop by fusing it with elements of trip-hop, blues, and experimental sounds.

The song "Being Here" is a track from Yugen Blakrok's highly anticipated third album, "The Illusion of Being," which was released on May 21, 2025. While much of the album is described as dark and challenging, "Being Here" offers a slightly calmer, yet equally profound, energy. It is characterized by a hypnotic beat and meditative verses, directing the listener's focus inward.

Band Page: https://www.instagram.com/yugenblakrok/?hl=en