Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is home to a handful of super-worthy artists, like Webbie, Boosie Badass and the infamous [booty eating] Kevin Gates–who never sleeps. Lil’ 627, a 27-year-old native of the city is looking to add his name to that list. “I’m an artist who tries to make different music, and create my [own] lane,” he says when asked about his unique contribution to the game.

His latest record, “Poor Nigga Blues,” is a chunky down south gumbo full of true-to-life rhymes with a ‘do you (no handouts)’ mentality. If you knew better, you’d do better. Turn up the realness–if you’re feeling it, follow Lil’ 627 on Instagram.