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05.29.2026

Grammy-Winning Rapper-Songwriter Bizzy Crook Collabs With Leon Thomas, His Frequent Writing Partner, for Heartfelt New Single “Could Be Worse

The Award-Winning Songwriting Team Behind “MUTT” Unites for a Highlight From Bizzy’s Upcoming Album Underdogs Win Eventually, Due June 19th via Ty Dolla $ign’s EZMNY Records


Fresh Off a BMI Award Win and Continuing the Momentum From Bizzy’s Grammy Wins for His Work on Leon’s MUTT Album, the Miami Native Chronicles Life’s Small Victories Over a Sample of Zapp’s “Be Alright” (Famously Used by 2Pac on “Keep Ya Head Up”)

Critical Praise:

“By any measure, the underdog days are over.” — Yahoo

“It’s been one hell of a week for Miami’s own Bizzy Crook. Fresh off earning his first Grammy wins for his songwriting contributions to Leon Thomas’ acclaimed debut album Mutt, the rapper and songwriter is channeling that momentum straight into his next chapter.”Miami New Times

“He’s been around the block in Miami, making music since he was a young teen, and has been coming up with some of local rap’s most interesting concepts”Miami New Times

“How do you bounce back from a place so dark and deep you could never dream of escaping? If you’re American rapper Bizzy Crook, the answer is simple: put it into song. The rapper is renowned for his deeply personal writing style and mellow vocal delivery”Wonderland

“In the ever-evolving landscape of hip-hop, where authenticity is often overshadowed by fleeting trends, there’s a name that resonates with raw talent and an unapologetic commitment to the craft: Bizzy Crook.” – The Fox

“With his upcoming album, Bizzy steps into the spotlight. Releasing his work this spring under Ty Dolla $ign’s label EZMNY Records, Bizzy Crook has given listeners just a taste of what’s to come.” EnVi Media

The Song:

Respected for his pen game and his hitmaking prowess, Bizzy Crook found a new songwriting groove when he teamed up with Leon Thomas. The prolific songwriting duo, who have connected for songs that have won Grammys, BMI Awards, and much more, unites once again for “Could Be Worse,” Bizzy’s soulful new single from the upcoming album Underdogs Win Eventually. Using a sample of Zapp’s “Be Alright,” famously used by 2Pac on his classic “Keep Ya Head Up,” Bizzy chronicles his journey “through the dirt” to the top of his game, refusing to sweat the small indignities as he keeps his eye on the prize. Bizzy’s plainspoken bars (“It’s at least a ten piece when we be shopping/We had to turn it up, we had no options/When you see me tell me what you see/You see the wins, but what about the scars underneath?”) fit seamlessly next to Leon’s silky-smooth melodies, which refute naysayers’ snide remarks with nonchalant flexes: “If they talk down on me it’s nothing recent,” he sings.

“Could Be Worse” is the latest result of one of the recent music industry’s most successful creative partnerships. Bizzy Crook and Leon Thomas co-wrote every nearly every song on Leon’s breakthrough album MUTT, including the multi-Platinum, Billboard Top 10 hit title track, and Grammy-nominated highlights like “Vibes Don’t Lie” and “Yes It Is.” Bizzy earned two awards at the 2026 Grammys, receiving a trophy for his contributions to MUTT, which won Best R&B Album, and “Vibes Don’t Lie,” which won Best Traditional R&B Performance. Most recently, Bizzy and Leon won a 2026 BMI Pop Award for their contribution to “Mutt.” In addition to his work with Leon Thomas, Bizzy has contributed to hits by artists like Drake, Kehlani, GIVEON, Coco Jones, Wale, and many others.

Bizzy’s new collab with Leon Thomas is a highlight from the upcoming Underdogs Win Eventually. A concept album that compares Bizzy’s underdog spirit to that of a plucky college football team, Underdogs Win Eventually is a showcase of the full breadth of Bizzy’s talent, with lyrics that reflect his hard-won wisdom and a suite of instrumentals designed to glisten in the Florida sunshine. The upcoming album is home to “Risky,” a high-energy collaboration with  Floridians Rick Ross and C Stunna, plus successful earlier singles like “What Do U Like?,” a silky-smooth collaboration with his EZMNY CEO Ty Dolla $ign, which racked up over 1.6 million views, and “100%,” a breezy, danceable soul-sampler created in collaboration with Leven Kali. Stay tuned for more information about Underdogs Win Eventually, releasing on June 19th viaEZMNY Records.

After a lifetime of being counted out, Bizzy Crook plans to prove his doubters wrong once and for all with Underdogs Win Eventually. Stay tuned for many more announcements about the album in the coming weeks.

Listen to “Could Be Worse” w/ Leon Thomas: https://createmusic.fm/couldbeworse

Photo Credit: @catchmyfocus

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The Background:

Bizzy Crook is a Grammy-award winning songwriter and rap artist from Miami, Florida, signed to EZMNY Records, the label founded by Shawn Barron and Ty Dolla $ign. Known for his sharp pen and emotional depth, Bizzy has helped craft standout records across hip-hop and R&B, including Leon Thomas’ “Mutt,” Drake’s “Pipe Down,” Coco Jones’ “Sweep It Up,” Giveon’s “MUD,” and 4Batz’s “She Ain’t No Angel” feat. Leon Thomas, among others.

Equally respected as a behind-the-scenes hitmaker and a compelling recording artist, Bizzy Crook brings raw honesty, melodic instinct, and Miami-bred perspective to every record. With industry acclaim and creative momentum on his side, he continues to emerge as one of music’s most impactful new voices.

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“Could Be Worse” ft. Leon Thomas: https://createmusic.fm/couldbeworse

“Risky” ft. Rick Ross & C Stunna: https://createmusic.fm/risky

“What Do U Like?” ft. Ty Dolla $ign: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHr46CVLW9A

“100%” ft. Leven Kali: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHZlba1IimU