Chicago rapper Rooga is proving he can make headlines both in the ring and in the booth.
Over the weekend, the Chicago drill artist stepped into the boxing ring and secured a victory in a celebrity-style matchup against internet personality Kmac The Great. The fight, which was part of a Brand Risk Influencer Boxing Event, quickly went viral across social media as fans watched the rapper trade bars for punches.
Rooga ultimately walked away with the win after several competitive rounds, adding an unexpected achievement to his résumé outside of music.
Clips from the match spread quickly online, with supporters praising the rapper’s performance and competitive energy in the ring.
Capitalizing on the buzz surrounding his boxing victory, Rooga wasted no time returning to music. Shortly after he released the official music video for What They On, featuring fellow Chicago artist G Ravon.
Rooga rose to national recognition through Chicago’s drill scene, building a strong following with records that resonated deeply within the city’s rap culture. Known for his direct lyricism and strong street narratives, he has remained one of the more talked-about figures connected to the drill movement.
With a boxing win now under his belt and a fresh visual already circulating online, Rooga is continuing to expand his presence beyond music while keeping fans locked in with new releases.