Keith Ape

Keith Ape is a South Korean rapper born Dong Hyun Bae. His 2015 track 'It G Ma' with JayAllDay and Loota became a viral hit, pushing him into wider recognition. The song's aggressive delivery and catchy production caught attention both in Korea and internationally.

He followed that momentum with collaborations like 'Achoo!' featuring Ski Mask The Slump God and remixes of 'It G Ma' that included verses from A$AP Ferg and Waka Flocka Flame. These connections placed him within a certain orbit of internet-era hip-hop, though he's largely worked as a solo artist.

His output includes mixtapes like 'South Korea' in 2016 and 'Dive In' in 2020. The music tends toward heavy beats and confrontational lyrics, which has drawn some criticism from listeners who prefer more traditional rap styles. He hasn't shied away from that sound, as tracks like 'Underwater Rebels' with Ken Rebel and Okasian show.