The Rise and Controversy of OneFour: Exploring the Impact of Drill Music in Australia

OneFour, Australia’s most successful hip-hop act, has divided the country with their unique style of music known as drill. While fans hail them as pioneers giving voice to marginalized youth, police view them as a threat to community safety. The ongoing debate about art and censorship has led to the cancellation of their national tour and repeated raids on their homes. This article delves into the origins of OneFour, their connection to gang culture, and the violence-inciting claims made by law enforcement. It also explores the role of music as a form of expression and the effects on the community. With references to similar clashes between hip-hop artists and police in history, this article sheds light on the bigger debate about who gets to tell stories in Australia and the challenges faced by artists in the face of censorship.