kels! is a rapper from Chicago, Illinois, known for the SoundCloud-era sound of his debut mixtape RENAISSANCE and the singles “VAN GOGH”, “C You” and “Get Money”.
Background
kels! is a rising Chicago rapper whom The FADER’s Rap Blog, in September 2025, placed in the SoundCloud-era mould. The writer compared his flow to early Lil Uzi Vert and described the mixtape as blending melancholy themes with playful humour.
Releases
His debut mixtape is RENAISSANCE. The FADER highlights “VAN GOGH”, a spring 2025 single whose video appeared in June 2025, “C You” for its melodic singing, and “Get Money”, an early standout with chanted hooks and an encouraging message.
Where to start
Begin with the video for “VAN GOGH” below, then “Get Money”.
Sources
- The FADER – Rap Blog: kels! rakes in his residuals on “Get Money!” (22 September 2025)
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