South Florida hip-hop has always thrived honesty, and Chiko Black is carrying that tradition forward with his upcoming single “How It Goes.” Set to release at the top of the first quarter of 2026, the record captures lived experience with no filter a dark, melodic, and vibrant reflection of what it really means to come up in Broward County.
Produced by an elite lineup including Andre Chevolleau, Vision Alexander, Khemasis, and Sean Alaric, “How It Goes” blends gritty realism with a polished, current sound. The beat itself sparked the direction of the song, pushing Chiko to narrate his story naturally, letting emotion guide the pen. Written by Chiko Black and Vision Alexander, the record doesn’t over-explain it lets the feeling speak for itself.
The mood is dark, realistic, and exciting, while the energy remains vibrant, colorful, and current. With a standout line like “Ima tell you how it goes,” the track sets the tone early: this is truth music, rooted in real experience, not manufactured narratives. While the song is explicit, a clean version is available for radio and wider play.
Chiko Black is no stranger to momentum. An independent artist from South Florida, he began taking music seriously in 2024 and has already secured a major career milestone with a song placement in GTA 6 a rare achievement that speaks to both his sound and market appeal. His melodic approach to hip-hop is shaped by influences such as Rick Ross, Trick Daddy, T-Pain, Kodak Black, Lil Wayne, Drake, and creative visionaries like Dino Delvaille, while still remaining unmistakably his own.
More than anything, Chiko wants his music to leave listeners with determination. His goal isn’t just to entertain it’s to remind people not to quit, no matter the obstacles life throws their way. That same mindset drives his next chapter, as he works toward an EP expected sometime in 2026, continuing to build a catalog rooted in authenticity and growth.
“How It Goes” feels less like a single and more like a statement a moment where preparation meets opportunity. For Chiko Black, this is just the beginning.
Song Info
Title: How It Goes
Artist: Chiko Black
Genre: Hip-Hop
Release Date: Top of Q1 2026
Label: Independent
Writers: Chiko Black, Vision Alexander
Producers: Andre Chevolleau, Vision Alexander, Khemasis, Sean Alaric
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/chiko-black-627298615
Follow Chiko Black
Instagram: @Iam_ChikoBlack
TikTok: @Iam_ChikoBlack
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ch1koBlack
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2votAxnAN87Z1aq1nLqnbP
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/chiko-black/1729600440
Website: https://chikoblack.com
