Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single
NYC Newswire
Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single titled 'Hello'
(Press Release) Fivio Foreign and Kota the Friend Bridge Brooklyn’s Rap Styles on New Single “Hello”
Brooklyn, NY — June 6, 2025 — Brooklyn’s diverse hip-hop legacy takes center stage with the release of “Hello,” a genre-blending new single from independent rap artist Kota the Friend featuring drill heavyweight Fivio Foreign. Dropped just in time for New Music Friday, the track is now available on all streaming platforms and marks a standout moment from Kota’s latest project, No Rap on Sunday, which is scheduled to drop on all streaming services in late June.
A surprising yet seamless collaboration, “Hello” unites two of Brooklyn’s most contrasting hip-hop voices: Kota the Friend, known for his introspective, jazz-tinged lyricism, and Fivio Foreign, one of the leading figures of New York’s drill movement. Their shared borough roots—Kota from Clinton Hill and Fivio from Fort Greene and East Flatbush—ground the track in a mutual respect that transcends genre.
Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single
NYC Newswire
Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single titled 'Hello'
Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single
NYC Newswire
Kota the Friend (left) and Fivio Foreign (right) collar on new single titled 'Hello'
Opening the song is a playful and confident verse from Kota’s 8-year-old son, who records under the name King Kota, bringing a fresh generational energy that sets the tone for the track’s unexpected chemistry.
“Hello” is the third single from No Rap on Sunday, following the successful releases of “Michigan” featuring Big Sean and “Cozy Girls” featuring Liana Bank$. The album has been available exclusively on EVEN.biz, where Kota has pioneered a fan-first distribution model that prioritizes creative freedom and direct support. The full album is slated to hit all major streaming platforms in late June or early July.
Artwork for Kota the Friend song titled 'Hello'
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Artwork for Kota the Friend song titled 'Hello'
Artwork for Kota the Friend song titled 'Hello'
(FLTBYS) Flight Boys Music Publishing
Artwork for Kota the Friend song titled 'Hello'
The official music video for “Hello” is set to premiere Monday, June 9, promising a visual experience as raw and authentic as the music itself.
In a statement about the collaboration, Kota the Friend stated, "It made sense. We’re both from Brooklyn, and I think the contrast in our styles makes the song that much more interesting. I’m hoping Fivio gets out soon so he can get back on his grind and keep making music. Brooklyn needs that.”
With “Hello,” listeners are reminded that powerful music often happens at the intersection of different worlds—and in this case, it all comes together right in the heart of Brooklyn.
Listen to “Hello” now on all streaming platforms and explore the exclusive release of the album, No Rap on Sunday on EVEN.biz.
