Irish–Libyan alternative rap standout KhakiKid returns with “Shoes Up,” featuring Joe Butler, as his EP Girl Bites Dog officially arrives. The single comes paired with a new visual, adding another bold chapter to what has already been a defining run for the rising artist.
“Shoes Up” captures KhakiKid’s signature balance of sharp lyricism and offbeat energy. There’s a looseness to the delivery, yet it’s tightly constructed, playful but intentional. Joe Butler’s contribution adds further texture, enhancing the track’s layered, genre-blurring feel.
The release follows the widely discussed “Rude” featuring Kojaque and guest vocals from Kean Kavanagh, reinforcing KhakiKid’s collaborative spirit and growing creative ecosystem. His trajectory continues upward: a sold-out headline show at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre, standout festival appearances and major co-signs from Lola Young and Anderson .Paak. A viral moment for “Soul” recently pushed his visibility even further.
With upcoming support slots alongside The Streets at Rock N Roll Circus, KhakiKid’s ascent feels both earned and accelerating. Girl Bites Dog marks another confident step in a catalogue that refuses to sit still.
