Nemzzz Goes Global on LOCKED IN With Travis Scott, Latto and Lil Yachty

Manchester rapper Nemzzz is making one of the biggest statements of his career with the release of LOCKED IN, a new 17-track project packed with major collaborations from both sides of the Atlantic.

Released on September 4, LOCKED IN features Travis Scott, Lil Yachty, Latto, Cash Cobain and fellow Manchester rapper Tunde. The project represents another major step in Nemzzz’s rise from one of Britain’s most exciting young rappers to an artist increasingly positioned for international success.

And if there is one collaboration that captures that ambition, it is “GASS” featuring Travis Scott.

Travis Scott Joins Nemzzz on “GASS”

“GASS” immediately stands out as one of the biggest records on LOCKED IN.

Pairing a young Manchester rapper with one of the biggest names in American hip-hop makes the collaboration significant beyond the song itself. Travis Scott’s appearance is another indication of how quickly Nemzzz’s profile has expanded outside Britain.

The two artists also released an official video for “GASS” alongside the project, making the track a centerpiece of the LOCKED IN campaign.

For Nemzzz, collaborating with an artist of Travis Scott’s stature represents a major international co-sign. But importantly, the Manchester rapper doesn’t abandon the understated delivery and UK identity that originally made him stand out.

Instead, LOCKED IN attempts to expand his world without replacing it.

Lil Yachty Appears on “GEEKIN”

Travis Scott isn’t the only major American rapper involved.

Lil Yachty appears on “GEEKIN,” one of the songs that helped establish the direction of the project before its full release.

The collaboration was released earlier in the campaign and gave listeners an early indication that Nemzzz was thinking internationally with this era.

“GEEKIN” occupies the third position on the final tracklist, following “4AM” and “TODAY.”

Having both Lil Yachty and Travis Scott on the same project demonstrates how far Nemzzz’s network has expanded as his profile has grown.

Latto Brings Atlanta to “OK”

Nemzzz also connects with Atlanta rapper Latto on “OK.”

The track provides another bridge between contemporary UK and US rap, with the two artists bringing noticeably different styles to the collaboration.

Latto has become one of the most recognisable female rappers in American hip-hop, making her inclusion another significant feature for Nemzzz.

Rather than relying on one superstar collaboration to attract attention, LOCKED IN repeatedly connects Nemzzz with artists from different sections of America’s current rap landscape.

Cash Cobain Joins “TRICK”

New York rapper and producer Cash Cobain appears on “TRICK.”

Cash Cobain’s melodic approach provides a natural match for Nemzzz, whose relaxed flows have always allowed him to move comfortably between harder rap production and more melodic records.

Together, the collaborations with Travis Scott, Lil Yachty, Latto and Cash Cobain give LOCKED IN a distinctly international character.

But Nemzzz hasn’t forgotten Manchester.

Tunde Keeps the Manchester Connection Strong

Among all the international names, one of the project’s most important collaborations comes from closer to home.

Manchester rapper Tunde appears on “CLIENTELE.”

Including Tunde alongside the American stars helps maintain the connection between Nemzzz’s increasingly international career and the city that produced him.

Nemzzz was born and raised in Gorton and has continued representing Manchester as his audience has expanded.

That matters in a UK rap industry that has historically been heavily centred around London.

His rise provides further evidence that British hip-hop’s next generation is becoming increasingly geographically diverse.

17 Tracks Show Different Sides of Nemzzz

The full LOCKED IN tracklist runs for approximately 35 minutes.

Alongside the collaborations, Nemzzz handles the majority of the project alone.

Songs including “4AM,” “TODAY,” “PRINCE OF THE SCENE,” “EXPANSION,” “BRB,” “HATE ME LOVE ME,” “GET READY,” “KILLIN EM,” “CAPTAIN HOOK,” “TOKYO DRIFT,” “WHERE YA GOING” and closing track “101” give him plenty of room to establish his own presence.

That balance is important.

A project featuring Travis Scott, Latto and Lil Yachty could easily become defined entirely by its guest appearances. Instead, the features are spread across a larger collection of solo records.

Nemzzz remains at the centre.

From Viral UK Rapper to International Collaborations

Nemzzz’s rise has been remarkably fast.

The Manchester MC initially attracted attention through short-form releases and tracks including “Elevate” and “2MS.” He subsequently expanded his audience through projects such as DO NOT DISTURB and RENT’S DUE.

The latter became a UK Top 10 project, providing another indication that Nemzzz was moving beyond underground recognition.

Now LOCKED IN feels designed to take that progression further.

The scale of its collaborations alone separates the project from much of his earlier catalogue.

Manchester Rap Is Reaching Further

Nemzzz’s success also carries significance for Manchester’s wider hip-hop scene.

London remains the centre of much of Britain’s mainstream rap industry, but Manchester has developed its own distinctive collection of artists, producers and audiences.

Nemzzz’s ability to collaborate with global stars while continuing to identify strongly with Manchester gives the city’s scene another artist capable of representing it internationally.

The Tunde collaboration reinforces that connection.

Rather than leaving his local identity behind as his career expands, Nemzzz appears to be bringing it into increasingly bigger rooms.

UK Rap Continues to Cross the Atlantic

LOCKED IN also represents a wider change happening throughout British hip-hop.

The barrier between UK and American rap has become increasingly smaller. British artists are collaborating with major US rappers more frequently, while streaming and social media have made regional scenes accessible to listeners worldwide.

Nemzzz is particularly well positioned to benefit from that shift.

His delivery remains distinctly British, but his production choices and collaborations allow his music to travel easily between markets.

Having Travis Scott, Lil Yachty, Latto and Cash Cobain on one project makes that international ambition impossible to miss.

Is Nemzzz Ready for the Global Stage?

That may ultimately be the biggest question surrounding LOCKED IN.

Nemzzz has already established himself as one of Britain’s fastest-rising young rappers. The next challenge is turning that domestic momentum into sustained international success.

LOCKED IN appears designed specifically for that transition.

The project retains Manchester representation through Tunde, gives Nemzzz plenty of solo space and surrounds him with some of the most recognisable collaborators of his career.

“GASS” with Travis Scott provides the obvious headline moment, but the wider project tells a bigger story.

Nemzzz is no longer simply trying to become one of the biggest young rappers in the UK.

With LOCKED IN, he is making a serious push toward the global stage.