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LONDON: Pakistani freestyle rapper Ghani Tiger is making his presence felt in London as he continues to connect with fans through his energetic Punjabi and Urdu rap songs and poetry.<\/p>\n
After moving to London from Pakistan around a year ago, Tiger has shot to fame through his freestyle rapping, often focusing on relevant social and political issues. <\/p>\n
In recent months, his rap tribute to the Pakistan armed forces went viral on social media due to its catchy lyrics and patriotic theme.<\/p>\n
Tiger, whose real name is Hamza Ghani, has opened concerts for rap star Bohemia, Abrar-ul-Haq and Bilal Saeed at London venues, drawing loud applause from fans. <\/p>\n
He has also performed at private events, street corners and several iconic London locations, including Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.<\/p>\n
Tiger is considered a gifted talent by many in the industry.<\/p>\n
He can create and perform a new rap song within seconds, developing the lyrics, rhythm and delivery almost instantly. Bohemia, Abrar-ul-Haq and Zeeshan Rokhri have described him as a genius talent for his ability to create instant rap poetry.<\/p>\n
In 2020, his father was killed and his brother was shot in Pasrur, Punjab. Tiger posted an emotional video asking for justice, and the case drew major attention online. <\/p>\n
According to Tiger, some of those involved in his father’s killing remain at large. He later turned his personal tragedy into emotional songs of loss, hope and survival.<\/p>\n
In an interview, he said: “My father’s killing was the darkest phase of my life. I was young when he was killed. I created hope out of despair and decided to live on through positivity and hope. I worked hard to look after my family and ensured that I give education to the needy around me.”<\/p>\n
He made a name for himself through the underground rap circuit in Pakistan, live events and online streaming platforms. <\/p>\n
He is now known for his sharp delivery, street-inspired lyrics and strong social media following, establishing himself as one of Pakistan’s rising freestyle rap voices.<\/p>\n
He said: “I learnt through my real-life story how to turn everyday emotions, struggles and ambitions into punchy rap performances. I have been reaching a wider British-Asian audience since moving to London. There is a growing influence of South Asian rap in the UK, where artists are mixing Punjabi, Urdu and English sounds to create music that speaks directly to diaspora communities. I love this.”<\/p>\n
Tiger said artists in the freestyle rap genre appeal to audiences through their raw and unfiltered style.<\/p>\n
He said: “Rap artists are generally not polished industry products. Instead, their music carries the feel of real-life experience, online hustle and grassroots popularity. It is very different from traditional, soft and poetic music. It is all about a different experience. A large number of the new generation relates to this style of music.”<\/p>\n
Tiger said gaining recognition through freestyle rap is not easy.<\/p>\n
He said: “I have personally not sought traditional routes into fame. I believe in building my own stage, finding my own audiences and taking my sound directly to the people. Social media has been of huge help.”<\/p>\n
For Tiger, London has become a new platform to showcase his freestyle talent, reach wider audiences and strengthen his connection with fans across the British-Pakistani community.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n