Hamza has just unveiled his brand-new album *Mania* — a bold, multifaceted project that showcases his artistic versatility. Over the years, the Belgian rapper has constantly reinvented himself, diving into a wide range of genres: from the introspective cloud rap of *1994*, to the more accessible vibes of *Paradise*, and even drill with the project *140 BPM 2*. In his interview on Le Code for the release of *Sincèrement* — the project that preceded *Mania* — Hamza already hinted at his desire to push creative boundaries. *Mania* lives up to that promise: a free-spirited, richly textured album where each track explores a different side of his musical identity. The opening track, *KYKY2Bondy*, is a direct nod to *Bad & Boujee* by the Migos, immediately setting the tone. A true chameleon, Hamza reasserts himself as the most unapologetically “U.S.-style” rapper in the French-speaking world.
Hamza turns up the heat with *Slovakia*!
The track is produced by trusted collaborators Lucci’ and Ponko. The latter has been Hamza’s go-to sound architect since the *1994* days, shaping his evolution every step of the way. Lucci, a seasoned producer himself, is also behind the production of *KYKY2Bondy*, which channels the raw energy of *Bad & Boujee*. On *Slovakia*, the duo delivers a sharp, high-energy beat — the perfect canvas for Hamza’s razor-sharp egotrip, full of Americanized flair and signature swagger:
“Ma salope, j’ai brisé ses deux reins comme Cherki
J’ai toujours mes outils, mon pack, Milwaukee (Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Milwaukee)
En montant l’escalier, j’me sentais comme Rocky
Givenchy, Givenchy, ma bitch est bien lotie
Givenchy, Givenchy, ma bitch, elle est sexy”
The music video captures Hamza performing solo in an empty warehouse — a minimalist setting that amplifies his presence. True to his visual identity, he elevates every frame with his signature mix of laid-back attitude, stylish flair, and precise artistic direction. Once again, Brussels’ enfant terrible delivers a masterclass in aesthetic control and sound innovation.
