EMO RAPPER MIKEY POLO RELEASES 'ART OF WAR' LP
MIKEY POLO RECRUITS HIT-MAKING RAP HEAVYWEIGHTS FOR LATEST ALBUM
ART OF WAR
DMV-based rapper Mikey Polo has officially released his new album Art of War, available everywhere today. Known for his genre-bending "emo trap" sound, Mikey treats this project as both a survival guide and a calculated work of art, transforming the chaos of personal growth into a cinematic masterpiece. “I hope listeners know I put my all into this project,” shares Mikey on the Art of War release. “I want them to hear the lyrics and really feel it; the real and raw emotions behind it.” The LP showcases his evolution as an artist, balancing raw storytelling with fearless production. The project explores themes of ambition, resilience, and the highs and lows of life on his own terms.
On Art of War, Mikey treats each track like a calculated move, balancing beauty and menace with intention. The emo trap artist enlists heavyweight producers Kevin Price (Cardi B, Latto, Ice Spice, GloRilla), T Five (Rodwave, Lil Baby, Moneybag Yo), and Rio Leyva (The Kid LAROI, NBA Youngboy, Lil Tecca) to turn trials and tribulations into a 14-track masterpiece. On "PERFECT+++," Mikey explores the depth of his devotion, offering a romantic contrast to the album's harder edges. "Get Out My Head+++" serves as a raw tribute to his late grandmother, incorporating her life perspectives and real emotional memories. Album centerpiece “Easy+++” featuring Lil Wudy showcases Mikey’s effortless flow and self assurance, while Lil Wudy slides in with a complementary melodic presence that amplifies the record’s unapologetic energy. On the magnetic track “Miami+++,” the rapper leans into the opulent lifestyle, blending provocative storytelling with the high-stakes energy of the city's VIP nightlife. Other songs on the track list include confidence booster “Too Many +++,” and “IM In+++,” which DMV Daily claims “delivers a powerful fusion of introspective lyricism and vibrant production.”
Known for his carefree yet precise storytelling, Mikey Polo blends influences from Kid Cudi, Lil Wayne, Gorillaz, and Panic! At the Disco to create a sound that is uniquely his own. Raised between PG County, Richmond, and Atlanta, the rapper has seen every side of the hustle, and it shows in his music. Despite growing up feeling unheard, Mikey’s sound is fueled by his experiences with depression and anxiety. In addition to garnering over 1.5 million streams across platforms, Mikey has collaborated with Trippie Redd, Ka$h Dami, Key Glock, and Don Toliver and earned media attention from XXL, FLAUNT, Daily Chiefers, On The Radar, and Attack The Culture among others. Mikey Polo has spent years honing his craft, and Art of War is the definitive proof that his time has arrived.
Art of War Track List
1. Art Of War Intro+++
2. Art of War+++
3. Better Decisions+++
4. Get Out My Head+++
5. Her+++
6. IM In+++
7. Easy+++ feat. Lil Wudy
8. Imani_Faith+++
9. Miami+++
10. Otw+++
11. PERFECT+++
12. What happen to Bobby?+++
13. Mood+++
14. Too Many+++
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