Artists can be dime-a-dozen, but there is only one Heart of the People.

Emerging from the Aurora music scene in Colorado Dallas,TX Native Rap & Hip Hop recording artist/producer, Heart of the People (also under the acronym, Hotppl), began hitting the ground running in the music realm in 1996, and since that time has manifested into a versatile and multifaceted artist with his own signature sound and stylization.

Known for his witty lyrical structures and dynamic rhyming techniques, Hotppl's music touches on essential musicianship factors that resonate in equal parts originality and familiarity. While conveying his own charismatic take on Hip Hop, his artistic merit is also reminiscent of many of his artist influences including industry heavyweights like Goodie Mob, Nas, OutKast, Mystikal, Common, Twista, Gangsta Blac, 8ball MJG.