# @hazyroomrecords on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DT3yrDNjvmT
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/61343041-hazyroomrecords-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-01-23T23:37:00.000+00:00

## Caption

‘Realest In The City’ Preme, Meek Mill, PARTYNEXTDOOR (2014)

Released in late 2014 as a standout on the Dear America EP, “Realest in the City” remains a pivotal moment in the mid-2010s Toronto rap scene. This was back when Preme was still operating under the moniker P. Reign, and the track served as a high-stakes bridge between the moody OVO-adjacent sound and the gritty street rap of the US East Coast. With Boi-1da on the production, the record captured a specific atmospheric tension that helped define the city’s global sonic identity during one of its most competitive eras.

Meek Mill’s appearance in this clip represents a peak era for his guest features, bringing a signature Philly-bred urgency that cuts right through the track’s dark production. His verse is a masterclass in momentum, detailing a trajectory from “raising hell” in a cell to turning “winners out of losers” with a relentless flow that few could match at the time. By contrasting his high-octane delivery with the more melodic elements of the song, Meek provided the raw, motivational edge that transformed the track from a local anthem into a staple for anyone on a genuine grind.

A decade later, the record still carries a heavy “aura” that most modern attempts at a “hustler’s anthem” fail to replicate in 2026. It stands as a testament to the longevity of Preme’s career and his ability to curate collaborations that felt like genuine cultural exchanges rather than forced industry plays. For anyone documenting the evolution of the 2010s rap landscape, this track remains a mandatory reference point for how to execute a high-level cross-border collaboration without sacrificing authenticity.

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toronto, meekmill, partynextdoor, philly, explorepage, phillyrap, preme

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