Marques Martin Grapples with Appreciation on 'fine then, im gone'

Fusing razor-sharp lyricism with a bold, experimental soundscape.

Rising hip-hop innovator Marques Martin returns with a fiery new single, 'fine then, im gone.'

Coming into the spotlight through his viral success on YouTube Shorts, Martin continues to carve out a unique lane, showcasing his signature flow over an MF Doom-inspired instrumental.

On 'fine then, im gone,' Martin delivers standout bars like "what goes up must twin tower" and "so much green on me they start to call me Piccolo," balancing wit and introspection. His lyrics grapple with feelings of underappreciation and self-awareness. "I feel undervalued but I also should be real about who I am to others. It's very reasonable to not care about me and I shouldn't stick around where I'm not wanted," he explains.

A true triple threat—producer, lyricist, and rapper—Martin’s sonic influences span across hip-hop, sci-fi, and rock. He cites Sonic Youth, Yves Tumor, Outkast, early Kanye West, and The Beatles as inspirations, resulting in a dynamic musical palette. His ability to merge Kid Cudi’s melodic sensibilities with Tyler, The Creator’s charisma sets him apart in the contemporary rap landscape.

With just an album and an EP to his name, Martin has already garnered praise from tastemakers such as Annie Mac, Sway, and Matt Wilkinson. As he continues to push creative boundaries, 'fine then, im gone' solidifies Marques Martin as an artist poised for even greater acclaim.