ABOUT: Marius Heinrich
Short bio:
”Zuhältertape (feat. Kevin Hues)” is a fierce diss track from Marius’ latest album ”Hollywood Dreams”. In this song, the rapper targets certain artists in the music industry who have either betrayed him or for whom he has worked as a ghostwriter. While Marius doesn’t explicitly mention names, many listeners can infer whom he’s addressing. The reference to the artist and former friend of Marius known as ”Ruhrpott-Killah”, with whom there was a public feud on Instagram some time ago, is particularly evident, as he is also called out in the track. Thanks to the exclusive feature from ”Kevin Hues”, the song exudes an extreme Tyga vibe. It’s hard-hitting and energetic, yet also catchy and captivating.
Artist bio:
Marius Heinrich is a German rapper and songwriter. He initially gained recognition as a ghostwriter in the pop/gangsta rap scene before achieving breakthrough success as a solo artist in 2023 with his debut song ”Nie Wieder Sonne” (Never Sun Again).
Life and Career
Marius grew up in Arnsberg (Germany) and discovered his passion for rap and music production at a young age. He gained initial experience as a ghostwriter and producer for several artists in the German rap/pop music scene.
An important phase of his career was his long-term collaboration with underground rapper and songwriter Ruhrpott-Killah (aka Felix Dombois). The two formed a creative duo from 2013 to 2016 and were part of the Westphalian Rap Collective (WRK).
In 2023, Marius released his debut song ”Nie wieder Sonne,” which was featured on the ”Modus Mio” playlist on Spotify. The song garnered attention for its ironic junkie image and provocative lyrics, parodying mainstream junkie rap. ”Nie wieder Sonne” not only entered the charts but also generated nearly 20,000 streams, establishing Marius as an emerging artist in the music industry.
Style and Influences
His rap style is characterized by a uniquely hard, powerful voice and provocative lyrics. His themes are often controversial and socially critical, with a satirical perspective. But Marius is not only known for his unique rap style but also for his exceptional ability to create catchy hooks.
His songs are memorable not only for their provocative lyrics but also for their captivating melodies and catchy choruses. This ability to create catchy melodies stems from his extensive experience in music production and theory. Thanks to his deep understanding of the mechanics behind hits, he consistently creates songs that captivate audiences.
Marius is inspired by a variety of artists, including US rappers like Kanye West and Eminem, as well as German hip-hop artists like Taktloss and Frauenarzt. These diverse influences shape his music and creative approach.
Working under Pseudonyms
Throughout his career, Marius has worked under various pseudonyms such as „Kenneth Pershon“ to demonstrate his versatility as a songwriter and ghostwriter/producer. These pseudonyms allowed Marius to expand his creative range international and express different facets of his artistic personality while remaining in the background to support the artistic vision of his collaborators.