Hectik The Latin Assassin is back with another hard-hitting underground anthem, and this time, he’s linking up with none other than Queensbridge’s lyrical titan, Blaq Poet. Their new single, “When I Speak,” is more than just a collaboration; it’s a cultural moment, a throwback to the gritty essence of East Coast Hip-Hop that shaped generations. Born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Hectik grew up in the golden era of rap, the early ’90s, absorbing the raw lyricism, storytelling, and battle-ready bars that defined that transformative time in Hip-Hop history.
The track, produced by Amadeus360 bridges boroughs, bringing together two of New York’s toughest neighborhoods: Brownsville and Queensbridge. Hectik’s voice, aggressive and unapologetically real, sets the tone over a rugged boom-bap beat, reminiscent of Mobb Deep and Nas in their prime. Blaq Poet, renowned for his history with Screwball and his affiliation with DJ Premier, steps in like a seasoned general, dropping bar-heavy verses that cut through the track like a razor.
“When I Speak” feels like a warning shot to the watered-down sound of today’s mainstream. It’s not about catchy hooks or viral dances; this is pure Hip-Hop for the heads that still rock Timberlands and remember Stretch & Bobbito radio freestyles. Hectik isn’t trying to chase trends. He’s carving a lane for raw authenticity, and teaming up with Blaq Poet only sharpens the edge.
With visuals that highlight NYC’s grit and attitude, this track does more than make noise, it honors the culture. If you’re a fan of lyricism, street poetry, and the kind of beats that make your neck snap, “When I Speak” is your new anthem.
