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up & down

MNG Scott & NoRIP-E, The Philosopher

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2026-10-22

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Nagoya-based Japanese rapper MNG Scott is releasing his new song "up & down"-his first in about two years-digitally under the joint credit of his producer alias, NoRIP-E, The Philosopher.
While the lyrics are introspective, the production features an aggressive, extreme rage trap sound, accompanied by chants that literally call for liberation, making this a track that truly embodies the idea that "everything is political."

Artist Profile

  • MNG Scott

    MNG Scott is a Japanese alternative rapper based in Nagoya. The alias is the vocalist and performer for "NoRIP-E, The Philosopher," a solo artist who blurs the lines of genres centered on hip-hop and electronic music. MNG Scott focuses on lyrics to directly express his philosophical and introspective worldview. In 2020, Ezekiel Scott began producing music as "NoRIP-E, The Philosopher" and an independent private label Dec-Affe-Inated RECORDS. In 2021, launched his career as the rapper "MNG Scott." In 2025 MNG Scott performed his first live show at R.A.D. in Sakae, Nagoya. In October 2026, a new single is expected to be released. Notable tracks include the alternative rock track "if i die next," which captures his unique worldview, and the emo rap collaboration "teddy feat. Drumsco Charles."Both works are co-credited with NoRIP-E, The Philosopher.

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  • NoRIP-E, The Philosopher

    NoRIP-E, The Philosopher is a Japanese alternative artist and the founder of Dec-Affe-Inated RECORDS based in Nagoya, Japan. A solo project by Ezekiel Scott, he has released numerous tracks that blur the lines between hip-hop and electronic music, shaping a distinctive sound rooted in introspection and melancholy. Notable tracks include the alternative rock track "if i die next", which captures his unique worldview, and the emo rap collaboration "teddy feat. Drumsco Charles." In 2025, he made his live debut as MNG Scott at Nagoya R.A.D. New song expected to be released in October 2026.

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