Dublin-born and boundary-blurring Irish-Libyan rapper KhakiKid, real name Abdu
Huss, is one of the freshest voices in Irish hip-hop. Known for his slick
wordplay, dreamy beats, and off-kilter charm, he’s not your typical rapper—and
that’s exactly the point. Drawing from jazz, neo-soul, lo-fi, and old-school
rap, his sound feels like a hazy summer afternoon wrapped in 808s and inside
jokes. Since dropping onto the scene with tracks like “Cozy” (2021) and his
Sports & Tattoos EP (2022), KhakiKid has carved out a lane all his own—one where
vulnerability meets swagger, and Irish wit ...