Mez
Raleigh, NC
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About the Artist
Mez, born Morris W. Ricks II and formerly known as King Mez, is a highly versatile rapper, songwriter, and director hailing from Raleigh, North Carolina. He gained significant industry recognition for his extensive contributions to Dr. Dre’s 2015 album Compton, where he served as a primary writer and was featured on multiple tracks. Beyond his own recording career, he has established himself as a prominent visual creative, notably directing the music video for J. Cole’s hit single "Middle Child". His musical style often blends introspective, vivid storytelling with a polished, modern soundthat has led to collaborations with major artists like Nas, Kanye West, and the Dreamville collective. Recently, he made a strong return to solo music with his 2024 project The Loading EP, released through Mass Appeal Records and is gearing up for his new project coming this year.