Choppaz Rightz and Martine Kite Revisit a Classic Hip-Hop Formula on “Still Dangerous”
The Brisbane rapper delivers his third single of the year, a collaboration with Martine Kite that recalls an era when hip-hop partnerships between male and female artists helped shape the sound of Australian rap.
Released on April 22, “Still Dangerous” sits at the midpoint of Choppaz Rightz’s self-imposed monthly release schedule. It marks his first feature since the collaborative “Cheech & Chong” EP with Crofty, arriving at a moment where consistency itself has become part of the statement. In pockets of the Australian hip-hop scene, a handful of artists are treating prolific output not as a marketing tactic, but as discipline. Choppaz Rightz is part of that group.
The track carries weight beyond its four-minute runtime. Built on a soft blues and jazz influenced foundation, it moves at a deliberate pace. A slow bass groove anchors the record, while an electric guitar line adds texture and character. An organ progression sits cleanly in the centre of the mix, holding everything together. The percussion swings slightly off-beat, giving the production its personality.
The sound sits somewhere between neo-soul and hip-hop, drawing from the palettes of Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill without copying either.
A Soulful Hip-Hop Foundation
Choppaz Rightz opens with a hook that sets the emotional tone early. His verses unfold conversationally, focused on reflection and expression rather than performance. The first verse moves through personal territory, blending third-person storytelling with something closer to self-talk.
There is an introspective quality that feels earned, the kind of raw hip-hop writing that does not surface often in the current Australian scene. He shifts perspective naturally, pulling listeners into his mindset and lived experience. A Lenny Kravitz sample appears in the second verse, a small detail that reflects the level of thought behind the record.
Martine Kite Completes the Record
The strongest element comes through Martine Kite’s hook. Her performance highlights something missing from large parts of Australian hip-hop. The balance between a male rapper and a female vocalist working as equals.
Her voice carries range and personality, grounded in something that feels lived in. There is confidence in her delivery, with subtle shifts between vibrato and falsetto. The message lands clearly. What she brings does not feel like a feature. It completes the structure of the song.
Her presence lifts the entire record, adding emotional depth and a level of polish that strengthens Choppaz Rightz’s direction.
A Familiar Structure, Reintroduced
The collaboration points to something broader within Australian hip-hop. Male-led verses with female-led hooks are less common today, but they helped define earlier eras of the scene. Kerser, Fortay, Greely, and 360 all worked within that structure.
“Still Dangerous” feels familiar without leaning on nostalgia. It carries elements of that earlier approach while staying grounded in current production and writing styles.
Neither artist holds anything back. Choppaz Rightz commits to the technical and creative direction that defines his catalogue. Martine Kite arrives as a co-creator, not a guest. The record feels complete. There is space, progression, and a clear sense of closure.
Consistency That Builds, Not Repeats
With no visual rollout announced yet, Choppaz Rightz appears focused on maintaining his monthly release run through 2026. Each drop has raised the standard. “Still Dangerous” suggests the consistency is not leading to diminishing returns. It is adding depth to the catalogue.
For a scene that often cycles through trends, that kind of approach carries weight.
