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KEN THE 390 and KAIHO from OCTPATH join forces on their new single, Run It Up.
Driven by an energetic, fast-paced beat, the track sees both artists reflecting on their individual journeys, the reasons they keep pushing forward, and their determination to reach new heights.
The two first crossed paths on PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SEASON 2, where KEN THE 390 served as a rap trainer and KAIHO was a contestant. What began as a mentor-student relationship gradually evolved into a mutual respect as fellow artists, strengthened through numerous live performances together.
Now, years after their first meeting, their shared experiences and musical chemistry have come together in Run It Up.
Fueled by ambition, perseverance, and a relentless drive to keep moving forward, the song marks a powerful new chapter in both artists' journeys.
Rapper and founder of the music label DREAM BOY. Born in Machida, Tokyo. After building a strong reputation in freestyle battle circuits, he made his debut in 2006 with his first album Prologue. Since then, he has released 12 original albums and continues to work actively as both an artist and music producer, with a focus on live performances. He gained wider recognition as a regular judge on the TV Asahi program Freestyle Dungeon, known for his sharp insights and commentary. In recent years, he has expanded his work to large-scale stage productions, serving as music director for Hypnosis Mic Division Rap Battle Rule the Stage and Attack on Titan The Musical, as well as producing his own festival CITY GARDEN. In 2025, he published the book Japanese MC Battle PAST FUTURE hosted by KEN THE 390. His novel Bring the Beat also won the TV Tokyo Award at the note Creative Awards 2025. Rooted in hip hop, he is active across music, stage, and writing.
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