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About
TROOPA
Phineas Cobb, known as Troopa, is a rising rapper and producer from New Zealand who has been shaping his sound since childhood. Starting out as a beatboxer before he could talk, he discovered music as a way to connect with his schoolmate Deano, singing their favorite songs, and later with his older brother Judas and friends, freestyling in a 90s hip hop style. Influenced early on by icons like Big L, 50 Cent, Nas, and Eminem, and later drawn into the raw energy of UK grime pioneers Skepta, JME, and Wiley, Troopa developed a style rooted in rhythm, honesty, and lyrical sharpness.
His talent first caught fire online when a freestyle session video went viral, peaking at 6 million views and proving his potential to reach wide audiences. Since then, Troopa has gone from posting breakout raps to recording original tracks, building his own home studio, and learning to produce alongside collaborators like Jack Park and Shane. With a growing catalog of self-made beats, authentic rhymes, and a dedicated vision for his music and merch line, Troopa is stepping into the industry as a complete artist—ready to leave his mark on the global hip hop and grime scene.
