“116,” formerly known as “116 Clique,” is not an individual artist but an influential American Christian hip-hop collective. Originating from Dallas, Texas, the collective was formed under the umbrella of Reach Records, an Atlanta-based label specializing in Christian hip-hop. The name “116” is derived from the Bible verse Romans 1:16, which states: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.” This verse encapsulates their mission to unashamedly proclaim the Gospel through various forms of contemporary hip-hop. As a collective, there is no single “birth name,” “birthday,” or “spouse”; these details pertain to the individual artists who comprise the group. Its nationality is American.
The 116 collective’s music spans a wide array of Christian Hip Hop styles, including elements of Southern hip hop, trap, and Latin hip hop. They are known for their collaborative albums and projects that feature a rotating cast of prominent Christian rap artists, primarily those signed to or associated with Reach Records. Core members and frequent collaborators have included Lecrae, Tedashii, Trip Lee, Andy Mineo, KB, Sho Baraka, Derek Minor, and more recently, artists like Hulvey, Jackie Hill Perry, and Limoblaze. Their discography includes notable compilation albums like The Compilation Album, 13 Letters, Man Up, The Gift: A Christmas Compilation, and Sin Vergüenza. The collective consistently releases music through Reach Records, cementing their status as a significant and trailblazing force in Christian rap globally.
