From the Eastside of Buffalo, NY, to stages and streaming platforms around the country, CAP716—also known as Kingofthewittyraps—is carving out his own lane in hip-hop with sharp wordplay, energetic production, and a catalog built on consistency.

Born and raised on the Eastside of Buffalo, CAP716 has spent years developing a sound that blends up-tempo hip-hop with elements of boom bap, while putting his lyrical ability front and center. Known for his witty lines, catchy hooks, and clever wordplay, CAP716 has steadily built a body of work that reflects both his growth as an artist and his commitment to the culture.

His latest project, KOTWR, dropped on August 21, giving listeners another opportunity to experience the sound and personality behind the Kingofthewittyraps name. The project is accompanied by the single “Politics,” adding another chapter to an already extensive musical journey.

A Sound Built Around Lyrics

When asked how he would describe his genre, CAP716 keeps it straightforward: his music is up-tempo with some boom bap, but the lyrics are what truly separate him from the pack.

His reputation for witty lines isn’t just a nickname—it’s a defining part of his artistry. CAP716 approaches rap with an emphasis on wordplay, rhythm, and memorable moments that connect with listeners both through headphones and at live shows.

That ability to translate his music to the stage has become an important part of his identity as an artist.

Ten Projects and Counting

CAP716’s musical journey officially began taking shape with his first solo project, $alary Cap, which was initially released as hard-copy CDs in 2018 before becoming available digitally in October 2019.

Since then, he has continued building his catalog at an impressive pace. His releases include Capital Gain, hosted by Don Demarco and DJ3stacks and released in May 2020 through DatPiff and Audiomack, as well as CAPital Hill, released in May 2021.

Altogether, CAP716 has released 10 projects—eight albums and two EPs—dating back to 2019.

Each project has played a different role in his development.

“They all have helped in different ways,” CAP716 explains.

He credits Salary Cap with setting his musical journey in motion and motivating him to take rap seriously. Capital Gain opened additional doors, connecting him with established DJ Don Demarco and leading to opportunities to perform shows in Queens, NY, during the pandemic.

For CAP716, every release represents more than another addition to his discography. Each project is a snapshot of where he was creatively and personally at that point in his journey.

“Facts Machine” Gets the Crowd Moving

Picking a favorite song from a catalog of 10 projects isn’t easy, but CAP716 has one track that consistently stands out when he’s performing live: “Facts Machine.”

The reason comes down to the reaction it gets from the crowd.

“It usually gets the best reaction whenever I perform it at a show,” he says.

With a catchy hook, strong wordplay, and an infectious rhythm, “Facts Machine” represents many of the qualities that define CAP716’s approach to music. It’s lyrical without losing its accessibility, making it a track that can resonate with listeners while also translating naturally to a live audience.

Looking Toward the Future

For CAP716, the ultimate goal isn’t simply fame—it’s building a sustainable career around the craft he has spent years developing.

Over the next five years, he hopes to be able to make a living through his work in music, whether that means recording and performing, writing, ghostwriting, podcasting, or finding other ways to contribute to hip-hop culture.

His goal is bigger than simply releasing songs.

“I just want to continue to have an impact in the Hiphop culture,” he says.

That mindset speaks to an artist who sees music as both a career and a way to contribute to something larger than himself.

Find CAP716 Online

Fans can find CAP716’s music across major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.

To discover his catalog, listeners can search CAP716 on their preferred streaming service. His music videos are also available on his CAP716 YouTube channel.

With KOTWR now available and “Politics” helping introduce the latest chapter of his career, CAP716 continues to represent Buffalo while expanding his reach beyond the city’s Eastside.

For an artist with 10 projects already under his belt and no plans of slowing down, the Kingofthewittyraps story is still being written—and his next chapter may be his biggest one yet.