billy woods is a New York–based rapper and songwriter known for his dense lyricism, uncompromising perspective, and innovative approach to underground hip-hop. As one half of Armand Hammer (with Elucid) and the head of Backwoodz Studioz, woods has built a reputation for crafting intellectually rich, politically charged, and emotionally raw narratives. His acclaimed solo albums—including *History Will Absolve Me*, *Known Unknowns*, *Hiding Places*, and *Aethiopes*—have earned him critical praise for pushing the boundaries of rap music and redefining what independent artistry can sound like.