Bobby Raps

Event ID: MS64045

Wed, Mar 18, 2026 | 3:50 AM - 4:20 AM

Venue: Mohawk Outdoor (Mohawk)

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Bobby Raps (born Robert John Richardson on December 22, 1992) is an American rapper, singer, and record producer from St. Paul, Minnesota. He first gained recognition as a member of the hip-hop collective Thestand4rd and has since established a solo career marked by a distinctive raspy vocal delivery, introspective lyricism, and multifaceted production work. Over the course of his career, he has collaborated with prominent artists including The Weeknd, Lil Wayne, and Future, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and influential figure within contemporary hip-hop and R&B.

Format: Hip-Hop / Rap
Category: Hip-Hop / Rap
Event Type: showcase
Presented By: Very Necessary - The World is Yours

Contributors

Bobby Raps

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