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GRAVITY (born Akshay Jagdish Poojary; 19 November 1997) is an Indian rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Mumbai, Maharashtra. He rose to prominence after appearing on the second season of MTV Hustle and is known for introspective, concept-driven projects such as Walls of Jericho, 3:16, SUPERVILLAIN, and Moonbounce.
Early Life
[edit]GRAVITY was born in Santacruz, Mumbai. At the age of 5, his family moved to Bhayandar, where he completed his schooling. In 2014, he relocated to Nallasopara, where he began rapping and co-founded the hip-hop collective Bombay Lokal. He lived there until 2021 before moving back to Bhayandar, where he currently resides.
Career
[edit]GRAVITY began his music career in Mumbai’s underground hip-hop scene. He gained national recognition through his appearance on MTV Hustle 2.0, where his performances received acclaim from judges including rapper Badshah.[1]
In 2021, he released his mixtape Walls of Jericho, which was praised by Rolling Stone India for its introspective themes and strong lyricism.[2]
His 2022 album 3:16 was noted by The Indian Music Diaries for its conceptual depth and spiritual overtones.[3]
In 2023, he released his debut full-length album SUPERVILLAIN, followed by Moonbounce in 2024, which was described by Rolling Stone India as "a vulnerable and sonically ambitious work."[4]
GRAVITY was also featured on Apple Music India’s Up Next list[5] and his track Rihaa was featured on the soundtrack of *Citadel: Honey Bunny*.[6]
Style and Influences
[edit]In interviews, GRAVITY has cited MF DOOM, Pusha T, and Eminem among his key influences.[7] His work spans boom bap, trap, and experimental hip-hop, often exploring personal conflict, existential themes, and identity.
Discography
[edit]Albums and EPs
[edit]- Putrapaksh – EP (2019)
- Walls Of Jericho (Deluxe) – Mixtape (2021)
- Misadventure – EP with Neil CK (2022)
- 3:16 – Album (2022)
- Malaal – EP with Neil CK (2022)
- SUPERVILLAIN – Album (2023)
- Moonbounce – Album (2024)
Selected Singles
[edit]- "Matchstick"
- "Pop Smoke"
- "Rihaa" (from *Citadel: Honey Bunny* soundtrack)
Affiliations
[edit]- Founder and CEO of Death Clutch Music
- Former member of Bombay Lokal
Associated Acts
[edit]Pusha T, King, Chaar Diwaari, Neil CK, Neeraj Shridhar, Arjun Kanungo
References
[edit]- ^ "Badshah Is Enthralled By Rappers Gravity & King Panther From Hustle 2.0". Koimoi. 2022.
- ^ "Review Rundown: May 2021 – Gravity, Arogya, Abdon Mech". Rolling Stone India. 2021.
- ^ "Gravity's Tryst With Angel Number '3:16'". The Indian Music Diaries. 2022.
- ^ "Gravity's New Album 'Moonbounce' Shows a Vulnerable Side to the Rapper". Rolling Stone India. 2024.
- ^ "Mass Appeal India announces Gravity on Up Next". Instagram.
- ^ "Rihaa - Gravity (Official Video)". YouTube.
- ^ "Interview: Gravity talks SUPERVILLAIN, influences & more". Culture Haze. 2023.