Directed by Alvin Elmore You should already know about Illi’s Jean Baptiste mixtape, which dropped last year, which is named after the first resident of Chi City, Jean Baptiste DuSable. Today, Illi gives us the visual for the title track, which follows The Boy Illinois throughout his hometown of Chicago and explores some famed landmarks. He’s right…
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The Boy Illinois – Dress Accordingly
Before giving everyone the final video from his Jean Baptiste project, The Boy Illinois hops in the booth and takes ScHoolboy Q’s “Man Of The Year” as his own. You know Illi came correct, so check it out below.
Video: Wheatie f/ The Boy Illinois – No Effort
Directed by DGainz. Produced by I.B.C.L.A.S.S.I.C. Wheatie and Illi take everyone on a trip through the south suburbs in the visual aid for their collaboration, “No Effort”. Look for this record to appear on Wheatie’s new project, Sham Shame, due out later this year.
The Boy Illinois f/ GLC – Old School (Remix)
The Boy Illinois connects with GLC to give a nod to the old heads who once schooled him to the game. Each one, teach one; pay it forward — all of that. Get some of that good game free of charge from Illi and Gangsta L below.
Video: Ceytra f/ The Boy Illinois – I Work / PIP
Directed by Alvin Elmore Ceytra gives us the visual for her Boy Illinois-assisted single, “I Work.” This song had a great response on the site, so it’s good they worked out a video. This clip is also a split-video, with the second half featuring a new record called “PIP.”
Pavy f/ The Boy Illinois & Page Kennelli – M.I.A.
Pavy links with close associates The Boy Illinois and Page Kennelli to go completely off grid. Why are they missing in action? Because they’re so busy working. No days off. Not now, not ever. Listen to their hard work pay off with “M.I.A.” This is a leak from DJ Que Eleven & DJ Playmaka’s upcoming…
Video: The Boy Illinois ‘This Is 50 Interview’ + New Song
While on a promo run, The Boy Illinois caught up with This Is 50’s hilarious Jack Thriller to speak on a slew of subjects including his father, his relationship with Sway and much more. And check out a brand new Illi joint dedicated to Chicago’s two seasons, “Winter & Construction,” featuring Boss Woo and produced…
Ceytra f/ The Boy Illinois – I Work
Produced by P. Feliciano Ceytra and Illi get straight to work over this bouncy Feliciano instrumental. You’re gonna get this work. Want proof? Press play below.
Video: BET Interviews The Boy Illinois
BET caught up with Illi recently to chop it up about a few things including how he connected with Lupe for the Tetsuo & Youth Preview tour, the city’s music scene, his Jean Baptiste project (which you should definitely give a listen if you haven’t yet) and his plans for his next project(s). Illi also reveals that…
Murph Watkins f/ The Boy Illinois – Avenue
Produced by I.B. C.L.A.S.S.I.C. Murph Watkins connects with Illi for a brand new joint, “Avenue”. You can definitely roll down the avenue with this one. Stream/download below.