M.O.P.

The Profile

M.O.P. are an American hip hop duo from Brownsville, Brooklyn, composed of Billy Danze and Lil' Fame. Active since the early 1990s, they are known for an aggressive, hardcore style and the hit single Ante Up from the album Warriorz.

American duo from Brownsville, Brooklyn; members Billy Danze and Lil' Fame; active since 1992; style rooted in hardcore/East Coast hip hop; notable for Ante Up and Cold as Ice.

ZiOn’s review of Warriorz celebrates M.O.P.’s ferocious return after First Family 4 Life. Nineteen tracks of street-focused, hardcore rap with thunderous production from DJ Premier, DR Period, and Curt Cazal. Standouts include Everyday, Ante Up, G-Building, Follow Instructions, and Cold As Ice, with Foundation closing the set. A few misfires and a long runtime, but overall a powerful, no‑frills statement.