AL99 Pushes Hip-Hop’s Boundaries with His Confident and Genre-Bending New Single “SuperDuper”

Washington, D.C. — October 17, 2025 — Hip-hop visionary AL99 (pronounced “AL Nine-Nine”) returns with his latest single, “SuperDuper,” a commanding record that captures his creative independence, lyrical depth, and bold self-assurance. Now available on all streaming platforms, “SuperDuper” continues AL99’s momentum following his distribution deal between his company TPC Music Production (To Progress the Culture) and Universal Music Group/Bungalo, cementing his status as a standout independent artist pushing the boundaries of hip-hop.

A multi-potentialite who writes, produces, performs, and engineers his own music, AL99’s artistry defies convention. With “SuperDuper,” he delivers an anthem of triumph and growth, both personal and professional. “When I sat down to make that song, I was like, man, I’m just going to be talking on this one, just flexing, you know?” AL99 said. “I wanted to make a statement that I’ve been doing this independently for about six years, and now I’m leveling up. I just popped out feeling like a king.”

That spirit of confidence is what gives “SuperDuper” its edge. The song, born out of pure inspiration, came together naturally. “I watched this movie about Jonathan Larson, the playwright who wrote Rent, with my family,” he shared. “It reminded me that songs sometimes just come to you—you don’t plan them. That’s what happened here. I was just feeling it and decided, ‘It’s time to flex a little more.’”

Even the title of the track reflects AL99’s creative instincts. “I wanted something catchy that sticks in people’s minds,” he said. “I could’ve said ‘Super,’ but ‘SuperDuper’ has a rhythm and flow that grabs attention. It makes people curious.”

AL99 crafted the record with the same attention to detail that defines his growing body of work. “I was listening to an old Future album; it inspired me,” he explained. “I wanted to tap into that old-school trap sound, not the new drill stuff. So I made the beat first, then freestyled the lyrics as I typed them out. It just flowed naturally.” While he often records and mixes his own tracks from his home studio, “SuperDuper” was engineered by Damian LeClair Jr. at Salt Mine Studios in Arizona, a studio known for its collaborations with artists such as Lil Wayne and Ariana Grande. “They’ve worked with some huge artists, and I’ve built a relationship with them,” AL99 said.

Music runs deep in AL99’s family and identity. “My granddad sang in The Persuasions, so music runs in my family,” he said. “I grew up on everything—jazz, classic soul, classic rock, opera, hip-hop. I always remind myself to make what I’d want to hear.” That early exposure to diverse sounds has shaped his ability to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. “When I make a trap song like ‘SuperDuper,’ it’s not just a trap song,” he explained. “I add meaning, storytelling, and theater to it. My music makes you think.

AL99’s creative drive began in childhood and persisted even when it wasn’t encouraged. “It wasn’t always supported,” he said. “My mom used to say, ‘Ain’t nobody shucking and jiving up in here.’ She wanted us to focus on school and sports. But I always came home and picked up that guitar. Eventually, I told her this was what I had to do—and she supported me.”

Beyond his sound, AL99 stands out for his philosophy on artistry and authenticity. “People always say, ‘Find your lane,’ and while I get that, you can still make different sounds within your lane,” he said. “Versatility is everything. If you’re just chasing a bag, you’ll fade away after a few songs. But real artists create because it’s who they are. People fall in love with you as a person.”

Already featured in XXL Magazine and Vigilante Radio, AL99 is no stranger to recognition, but “SuperDuper” represents something more: a declaration of freedom and focus. “It’s really go time now,” he shared about his new chapter with Universal Music Group/Bungalo. “When I was independent, I always knew I’d get to this level; I just didn’t know with which label. Now that I’m here, it’s about elevating everything. Nothing’s holding me back. I’m fully locked in.”

With “SuperDuper,” AL99 continues to prove that hip-hop can be confident, experimental, and deeply intentional all at once. His artistry, purpose, and personality converge to create something that not only sounds good but feels good. To keep up with AL99’s latest releases and behind-the-scenes content, follow him on Instagram.

About AL99
 AL99 (pronounced “AL Nine-Nine”) is a multifaceted hip-hop artist, producer, and performer redefining the boundaries of modern rap. As the founder of TPC Music Production (To Progress the Culture), AL99 merges authenticity with ambition, crafting music that entertains, inspires, and moves the soul. With performances across the U.S. and a distribution partnership with Universal Music Group/Bungalo, AL99 continues to prove that versatility and vision are the cornerstones of greatness. Follow him on Instagram.

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