Kankan (rapper)

Kankan
Kankan in 2021
Kankan in 2021
Background information
Born
Keandrian Qynzel Jones

(2000-09-22) 22 September 2000
Dallas, Texas, U.S.
Genres
OccupationsRapper, songwriter, producer
Years active2016–present
LabelEMPIRE

Keandrian Qynzel Jones[1] (born September 22, 2000), known professionally as Kankan (stylized as KANKAN), is an American rapper, producer, and songwriter. He rose to fame in 2021 with the release of his single "Woke Up".

Early life

Jones was born on September 22, 2000, in Dallas, Texas. Jones grew up listening to artists such as Speaker Knockerz. He did not initially plan on becoming a rapper. In an interview, Jones claimed that he started rapping initially "as a joke". After realizing how much he enjoyed making music, Jones began to pursue music fully.[2]

Career

In 2017, Kankan produced for Smokepurpp. In 2019, Kankan collaborated with artist Fifty Grand.[3] On October 5, 2021, Kankan released his debut album RR, featuring rapper Yeat.[4] On September 30, 2022, Kankan released his second studio album Way2Geeked.[5] On January 13, 2023, Kankan was featured on BabyTron's project, BIN Reaper 3: New Testament.[6] In February 2025, Kankan released the precursor B4 F.E.B in buildup for his next project.[7] Then, on October 24, 2025, Kankan released his third studio album, titled #F.E.B.[8] On May 15, 2026, Kankan was featured on the track "Red Dot" with Lil Shine off of his album Get Rich Or Die Sippin.[9][10]

Musical style

Andy Kellman of AllMusic wrote how Kankan represents Dallas with his "unhurried flow and urgent lyrics".[7]

Critical reception

Kankan's music has often generated positive reviews, with Antonio Johri of Complex Networks writing that Kankan's track, "Goin' To Hell," has since then become an underground favorite due to its minimalistic flow and catchiness.[11]

Personal life

Kankan's mugshot in 2021.

In early 2021, Kankan was arrested for domestic abuse following an incident where he hit his girlfriend, Kandyxkat.[12]

Discography

Studio albums

List of albums, with selected details and chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US Heat
[13]
RR —
Way2Geeked 16
F.E.B

Extended plays

List of extended plays, with selected details
Title Album details
##Radiant## (with SSGKobe)
  • Released: December 25, 2018
#In#My#Glo
  • Released: February 1, 2019
Radiant 2 (with SSGKobe)
  • Released: June 26, 2019
Packrunner EP
  • Released: August 14, 2019
Live Slay Die Slay
  • Released: September 14, 2019
BenjiKan
  • Released: September 18, 2019
#B4K2
  • Released: March 5, 2020
Oxy
  • Released: April 10, 2020
Kan Gianni
  • Released: April 18, 2020
Interstellar EP
  • Released: May 29, 2020
#B4K3
  • Released: July 4, 2020
KanGianni2
  • Released: August 13, 2020
InMyGlo2
  • Released: August 19, 2020
Fast Cars N Codeine
  • Released: September 23, 2020
#B4K4
  • Released: November 19, 2020
Codeine Graveyard
  • Released: December 1, 2020
Live Fast Die Slay 2
  • Released: December 25, 2020
Oxy & Codeine
  • Released: March 22, 2021
##B4RR
  • Released: June 11, 2021
##B4W2G
  • Released: June 24, 2022
B4 F.E.B
  • Released: August 13, 2025

Mixtapes

List of mixtapes, with selected details
Title Mixtape details
Kankan
B4 AMGs & SRTs

Tours

Co-headlining

References

  1. ↑ "Information on Kankan's songs in ASCAP ACE database". ASCAP. Archived from the original on February 6, 2017. Retrieved October 13, 2022.
  2. ↑ "KanKan Interview: Dallas producer-rapper rides success of newfound rap career". Our Generation Music. August 3, 2021. Archived from the original on September 2, 2022. Retrieved September 2, 2022.
  3. ↑ "Fifty Grand Embraces The "Summer Rain" With KanKan & Mixed Matches". HotNewHipHop. June 25, 2019. Archived from the original on September 5, 2022. Retrieved September 5, 2022.
  4. ↑ "KanKan gets 'Really Rich' on new album 'RR'". Our Generation Music. October 12, 2021. Archived from the original on December 13, 2023. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  5. ↑ Yotts, Claire (October 3, 2022). "KanKan is 'WAY2GEEKED' on brand new album". Our Generation Music. Archived from the original on May 2, 2023. Retrieved May 2, 2023.
  6. ↑ "BabyTron announces Bin Reaper 3: New Testament release date". The Fader. January 6, 2023. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  7. 1 2 "Kankan – Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  8. ↑ Alexander Cole (October 24, 2025). "#F.E.B – Album by Kankan". HotNewHipHop. HotNewHipHop. Retrieved November 30, 2025.
  9. ↑ Cole, Alexander (May 15, 2026). "Get Rich Or Die Sippin' - Album by Lil Shine". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 10, 2026.
  10. ↑ Roshka, Marty (June 2, 2026). "Album Review: Get Rich Or Die Sippin'". WKNC 88.1 FM. Retrieved July 29, 2026.
  11. ↑ Johri, Antonio (2024). "The Best Rage Rap Songs of All Time". Complex. Retrieved April 7, 2026.
  12. ↑ "Keandrian Jones arrest 01/03/21 Florida Arrest". Florida Arrests. Retrieved July 29, 2026.
  13. ↑ "Billboard Heatseekers Albums". Billboard. Archived from the original on June 17, 2024. Retrieved March 7, 2023.
  14. ↑ "Our Generation Music Presents 2023 Next Gen Tour With Kankan, Summrs, F1lthy, and more". Live Nation. August 8, 2023. Archived from the original on April 6, 2024. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
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