User:Ryan K Dickerson/sandbox

 Ryan K  (Musician)

Ryan K Dickerson (born November 30, 1993) is an American rapper and singer-songwriter, known professionally as Ryan K. Born and raised in Detroit, where he embarked on his musical career as a rapper, producer, graphic designer, director and engineer.

His signature style draws heavily on life experiences and emotions, forging an immediate connection with listeners.

He is known for his cinematic storytelling, melodic cadences, and artistic reinventions.

At the age of 14, Ryan built his own studio in his room where he would record associates.

At that time he became intrigued with the artistry and shortly after the young Ryan k starting writing, making beats and developed a love for the music.

In 2010 he started a record label, Lifted Records.

Lifted Revolution Mixtape dropped a year after, the song " Dopeman ". He signed up for the school talent show where he performed and received alot of buzz from fellow classmates and staff at the school.

On that same day, he realized he didn't want to go to school anymore and wanted to pursue his musical dream. Ryan dropped out of highschool and never looked back.

While on the rise as a up an coming artist, he would perform at rap shows or other events throughout the city.

When it comes to graphic design, the art is immaculate and that is shown throughout his catalog

He'd also continue working as a director where he would director music videos, tv shows and movies.

In October 2018, he released he first album "Kyng Messia"

The cinematic quality of "Kyng Messia" keeps listeners hooked as each track flows seamlessly into the next. Dramatic skits interspersed into the music communicate emotions like loneliness and depression, giving listeners a deep, personal view into the inner workings of Ryan K's mind. Overall, the album creates a mood and leaves listeners pondering the true meaning of happiness.

Ryan K takes listeners on a journey with the intro track "Pursuit of Happiness" which can help them understand someone in their life who is dealing with suicidal thoughts.

Not all songs on "Kyng Messia" are about mental health and depression, both "Heal" and "Higher" hook listeners with lyrical themes rooted in love, allowing the Detroit native and rapper to reveal his more vulnerable side. "Higher" perfectly captures a fulfilling romantic relationship. "Momma's Baby" and "Be. (Feat. Myah)" show how driven Ryan K is to make his family proud, and how doubt and insecurity still haunt him. The tracks "M.O.C: Lifted Records" & "Appoline" showcase his flawless flow switches, beat changes and appeal to listeners of all ages.

The release of "Kyng Messia" is the start of a bigger movement for Ryan K.

"Moments like this means so much more when you are signed to YOURSELF.  Instead of looking for handouts I just mapped my plays out & created another way for MYSELF. I turned down so many deals because I know my worth. Plus LIFTED RECORDS is something real I had to birth. God give me life and guide me right, WISDOM is key when you trying to live right," says Ryan K.

In December 2018, he released his first "EP" 25

" 25 "

Discography
Studio albums


 * Kyng Messia (2018)
 * SYN: See You Never (2023)


 * Mixtapes and EPs


 * 25 - EP (2018)