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THE MEMPHIS CHINESE RAP KING
SKAI stands as the first and true originator of Memphis-style rap in Chinese music history.
ABOUT SKAI
SKAI, is one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Chinese rap. Often recognized as the pioneer of Memphis-style rap in China, he introduced a dark, atmospheric, and highly cinematic sound that reshaped the sonic identity of the underground scene.
Beyond his sound, Skai is also known for his strong visual direction and design sensibility, extending his artistry into a complete aesthetic universe. “Lanlao” is not just an alias—it’s a style, a mood, and a cultural imprint.
WHAT IS MEMPHIS ?
Memphis rap is a raw, gritty, and rhythm-driven style that originated in the streets of Memphis, Tennessee.
Known for its dark atmospheres, hypnotic beats, chopped flows, and heavy 808s, it has shaped underground and mainstream hip-hop alike.
SKAI, brings this unique sound into the Chinese rap scene. As the first artist in Chinese music history to pioneer Memphis-style rap, he blends the city’s signature attitude with sharp Chinese lyricism to create a sound that is unmistakably his own.