Kane Keid Strips It Down And Levels Up On ‘Not Famous’ EP. In a world where everyone’s flexing for fame, Kane Keid flips the script with his deeply personal new EP, Not Famous. Clocking in at nine tracks, the project is a bold introduction and an unflinching mirror—equal parts chest-thumping and soul-searching.
From the jump, Not Famous makes it clear: this is a rapper with something to prove and something to protect. The opener, “Tested,” sets the tone with razor-sharp bars and relentless hunger. Keid’s gritty voice rides over a menacing beat as he declares war on complacency and chases the bag with unwavering resolve.
The EP wastes no time showing off Keid’s adaptability. On “Can’t Decide” featuring Tembipowers, trap meets triumph in a head-nodding anthem full of defiance and drip. The chemistry is electric, and Keid walks the line between confidence and cockiness with flair.
Then comes “Trouble Again” with Usimamane, where Keid slides into uncharted sonic waters. The track pulses with genre-bending energy, highlighting both rappers’ ability to play with sound and flow. The mood shifts again on “Leap of Faith”, featuring Zulu Mecca—a chill, meditative cut where both artists trade verses that echo with intention and purpose. It’s a quiet storm of reflection.
But the EP’s beating heart is “Homecoming (4U),” an emotional gut-punch. Keid explores the tension between chasing dreams and holding onto home. Through poetic metaphors—“butterflies, farewells, and solace”—he paints a vivid picture of longing and loyalty. The result is a track that feels like a letter to those left behind.
If Homecoming shows the heart, “Hurt Myself” shows the scars. Keid opens up old wounds over a haunting beat, wrestling with loss, detachment, and the struggle to harden without losing your soul. His writing is at its most visceral here, conjuring images like “throw my heart into my mother’s freezer” and “old habits creeping in.” This is pain with poetry.
Keid bounces back with “Rare,” a swagger-soaked statement piece that celebrates his individuality. It’s followed by “Don’t Know Me,” where he trades verses with Ntatao in a back-and-forth that radiates fire and focus. Together, they embody the raw grind of artists on the cusp of greatness.
The closer, “Sunshine” featuring Retro Vibe, is the victory lap. With soulful melodies and hopeful lyricism, it captures the bittersweet beauty of beginnings. Keid reflects, recharges, and ultimately reminds us: he’s just getting started.
Not Famous is more than a title—it’s a manifesto. Kane Keid isn’t chasing clout; he’s crafting legacy. With sharp penmanship, sonic variety, and emotionally resonant storytelling, this EP plants him firmly in the conversation as one of SA’s most promising voices.
