Tsu Surf
Tsu Surf (born Rahjon Cox; January 15, 1990) is an American rapper, songwriter, and legendary battle rap icon. He first gained attention within the battle rap scene during the pioneering stages of Ultimate Rap League (URL) and is known for his intense and hard-hitting performances, quickly rising through the ranks to become one of the most respected names in battle rap. Known for his aggressive style and introspective storytelling, Tsu Surf is also known for his solo music career, releasing critically noted projects such as MSYKM (Make Sure You Kill Me) and Disparu. His 2015 mixtape Newark peaked at No. 40 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart, and in 2019, Billboard named Surf as one of the emerging artists contributing to the rise of Newark’s hip hop scene. MSYKM featured collaborations with artists like G Herbo, Mozzy, and Jim Jones, while Disparu included guest appearances from Remy Ma, Lady London, and Jim Jones. Surf is also known for his activism, notably participating in Black Lives Matter demonstrations in Newark following the murder of George Floyd.
In October 2022, Tsu Surf was arrested on federal RICO charges. In November 2023, Tsu Surf was sentenced to five years in federal prison for RICO charges. Following his 2022 arrest and 2023 sentencing, Surf received public support from fellow artists and entertainers. During the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, Wyclef Jean gave a shoutout to Surf, calling for his release, while introducing a performance by Shakira, drawing national attention to Surf’s legal case. In 2025, on his birthday, Tsu Surf launched a website called "Tsu Surf Report" while in prison to stay connected with his fans while incarcerated.
Similar Artists