Hip-Hop · KR · Active since 1995

Leellamarz

Melodic, neon-soaked rap that feels like a lonely late-night drive through Seoul. Emotional trap with a classical musician's ear for harmony.

Browse Catalog
Intro

Leellamarz creates a sonic world that feels perpetually caught in the 'blue hour.' His music is a sleek, high-definition blend of melodic rap and contemporary R&B, characterized by heavy use of atmospheric reverb and polished digital production. There is a distinct liquid quality to his tracks, where the beats and his sing-song delivery flow together seamlessly, creating a mood that is simultaneously lonely and comforting.

What sets him apart is his background as a classically trained violinist, which manifests in a sophisticated understanding of melody and harmony rarely seen in trap-leaning artists. His vocal delivery often utilizes autotune not just for pitch correction, but as a textural instrument to create layers of emotional resonance. He is famously prolific, often releasing multiple full-length projects a year that document his evolving headspace and technical growth.

Start with the album 'Gone' to experience his peak atmospheric storytelling. It captures the essence of his sound: introspective lyrics, catchy hooks, and production that sounds like the city at night. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who appreciates the intersection of hip-hop energy and R&B vulnerability.

Kim Min-kyum (Korean: 김민겸; born July 4, 1995), better known by his stage name Leellamarz (Hangul: 릴러말즈), is a South Korean rapper and singer. He was a contestant on Show Me the Money 5. He released his debut album Y on July 7, 2017. In June 2019 he joined Dok2 and The Quiett's sub-label, Ambition Musik.
From Wikipedia, CC BY-SA →
Our Catalog12 Albums · 2017 · 2022
Known ForWeighted across the artist's discography. Tap a trait for examples.
Adjacent Artists
J
Joony

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

C
CYGO

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

A
ART

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie
A Boogie Wit da Hoodie

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

RM
Rote Mütze Raphi

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); melancholic, restless, confident (moods)

Fukaj
Fukaj

Shares studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style); pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres)

N
NorthSideBenji

Shares studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style); pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres)

S
Saske

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

A
Alon

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); reverb heavy, digital clarity, layered dense (production style)

JT
J.I the Prince of N.Y

Shares pop rap, cloud rap, trap (subgenres); studio polished, reverb heavy, digital clarity (production style)

J
Joony

Shares cloud rap, pop rap, trap, contemporary r&b (subgenre)

A
ART

Shares cloud rap, pop rap, trap, contemporary r&b (subgenre)

Cassette uses generative AI to enrich its catalog. How we use AI →