

Certified Trapper, born Daishun Graham in 2001, is a rapper and producer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known for his prolific output and distinctive style. He began experimenting with music at the age of 9 and released his first track, "Free da guys intro," in 2016 under the name Lotta Guwopp. In 2019, he briefly attended Milwaukee Area Technical College to study audio production, which marked a turning point in his music career. Since 2020, Graham has released over 30 albums comprising more than 300 songs, establishing himself as a prominent figure in Milwaukee's hip-hop scene.
Certified Trapper's music is characterized by its unconventional approach, featuring offbeat instrumentals, stream-of-consciousness rhymes, and a blend of humor and street narratives. His DIY ethos extends to his self-edited music videos, which often showcase quirky visuals and spontaneous performances. This unorthodox style has garnered attention from major publications, including Pitchfork, which highlighted his unique contribution to the Milwaukee rap scene.
In 2023, he released the track "Oi (Beat Da Koto Nai)," further cementing his reputation for producing catchy and idiosyncratic music. His collaborations with artists like BabyTron have expanded his reach beyond Milwaukee, leading to a national tour and increased visibility.
Certified Trapper's relentless creativity and commitment to his craft have made him a standout artist in the evolving landscape of hip-hop. His ability to blend humor, authenticity, and a distinctive sound continues to resonate with a growing audience.

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Trappernese is a 2024 mixtape by Milwaukee rapper Certified Trapper, released on March 29, 2024, through Columbia Records and Signal Records. The project features 11 tracks, runnin
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Madeleine Mathews connects Stuck to the cost of building a life in music, while its video imagines an escape from an ordinary workday.
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The band’s account of Sigil explains how Maia Sinaiko’s Lullaby prompted Susanna Thomson to write Wounds of Purification. The album is due October 23.
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Dustin White connects the new single to a lost photograph and a Columbus science-fiction convention, ahead of Functional Music on November 6.