Guest Collaborators include Hanumankind, Gurinder Gill, Riar Saab, MC Altaf, Sammohit, Kalyani Priyadarshan
Multi-platinum rapper DIVINE unveils his highly anticipated fifth studio album, ‘Walking on Water’, a 16-track testimonial chronicling his ascent from the gullies of Mumbai to the global hip-hop arena.
Marking ten years since his breakthrough redefined the sound and scope of Indian hip-hop, the album stands as DIVINE’s most complete artistic statement yet—an ambitious, meticulously crafted body of work that merges spiritual conviction with street-hardened truth, expansive sonic exploration with the unmistakable swagger that has cemented his legacy. While firmly at the top of his game, DIVINE approaches the entire celebratory work with the passion and fearlessness of an artist still in constant evolution.
Released via Gully Gang, the album features an elite roster of collaborators including artists like Hanumankind, Gurinder Gill, Riar Saab, MC Altaf, Sammohit and Kalyani Priyadarshan, producers ZZORAWAR, Stunnah Beatz and Phenom alongside bold reinterpretations of some of Bollywood’s most iconic tracks. Bridging nostalgia with contemporary global rap sensibilities, DIVINE effortlessly samples A.R. Rahman’s timeless ‘Kehna Hi Kya’ (Bombay), and R.D. Burman’s classics ‘Mehbooba Mehbooba’ (Sholay) and ‘Give Me Some Sunshine’ (3 Idiots).
A pioneering figure known for breaking international barriers and collaborating with heavyweights such as Nas, Pusha T, Vince Staples, KSHMR, Jadakiss, Russ, Cocoa Sarai, LIT Killah, and Dutchavelli, DIVINE delivers what he describes as his most spiritually rooted and narratively rich work to date. ‘Walking on Water’ showcases the full breadth of DIVINE’s creative universe, blending autobiographical storytelling with a diverse sonic palette—ranging from trap and Afro-pop to Bollywood film samples, introspective minimalism and high-energy Gully Gang cyphers.
The album positions DIVINE not only as India’s leading hip-hop export, but as a cultural vanguard shaping one of the world’s fastest-growing music markets. It reveals every dimension of an artist who has pushed Indian hip-hop onto the global map while staying deeply connected to its origins. True to form, DIVINE remains a project-first artist at heart—placing the album experience at the center of his creative vision and reaffirming his commitment to delivering fully realized bodies of work.
At its core, ‘Walking on Water’ explores a recurring theme: DIVINE protection against adversity—a metaphor for resilience, clarity and self-belief forged over ten years in the spotlight. Yet the rapper balances these introspective threads with the swagger, urgency and street ethos that built his career. Equally global and local in its resonance, DIVINE moves fluidly across genres—club-ready bangers, speaker-rattling trap cuts, coastal Indian samples, cross-regional collaborations, and emotionally raw meditations—reflecting an artist comfortable operating across borders, genres and cultural codes.
“This album is a declaration of evolution, dominance, reflection and spiritual grounding—celebrating everything I’ve built and everything I’ve survived. It’s an album for the streets. For the culture. For the believers. And for those who doubted.” – Divine
DIVINE remains one of the few Indian artists to earn global critical acclaim while maintaining fierce authenticity. With ‘Walking on Water’, he reinforces why he continues to be the face of Indian hip-hop globally and an artist who brought the gully to the world and the world to the gully. The album marks a defining new chapter in his journey: a work rooted in spirituality, ambition and lived experience, delivered with sonic versatility designed to transcend borders. Beyond being a milestone for DIVINE, ‘Walking on Water’ reflects the expanding global footprint of Indian music and its evolving cultural influence.
Track Listing
- Walking on Water (Intro) – DIVINE stakes his claim as Indian hip-hop’s architect. Cinematic and commanding, the track chronicles a decade of grind—30 songs at 23, a Sony deal at 24, bringing Pusha T and Nas to Mumbai—showing he’s reshaped the game and earned every accolade. A bold, Biblical declaration of legacy.
- Doctor DIVINE – A high-octane Mumbai street gospel. Punjabi folk-infused trap beats underpin a self-made manifesto, affirming DIVINE’s dominance, grit and unshakable street credibility.
- Jungle Juice – A raw ode to day-ones and Konkan/Goa roots. Militaristic drums and Lorna samples frame tales of loyalty, survival, and transformation—from childhood chaos to black-suit elegance.
- Late Knights (feat. Gurinder Gill) – A haunting anthem about navigating fame amid envy. DIVINE and Gurinder Gill deliver surgical verses exposing fake respect and hidden betrayal. Loyalty rewarded, survival validated.
- Saucy (feat. Riar Saab) – Flirtatious, melodic, and magnetic. DIVINE celebrates a woman who’s independent, confident, and fire. Modern romance meets rhythmic swagger in a catchy groove.
- Boom – A cross-cultural flex sampling AR Rahman’s ‘Kehna Hi Kya’. Nostalgia meets trap, luxury meets street philosophy—a bold statement of dominance and style.
- ABCD (feat. MC Altaf & Sammohit) – Gully Gang posse cut in full effect. Jagged, chaotic production; three artists delivering raw verses to assert who truly rules Indian hip-hop.
- Doordarshan – Hypnotic and menacing. DIVINE sets boundaries over repetitive, suffocating production—an unapologetic glimpse into Mumbai’s underbelly.
- You & I (feat. Kalyani Priyadarshan) – Afro-pop reinvention of RD Burman’s ‘Mehbooba Mehbooba’. Playful, groovy, and flirtatious, blending nostalgia with modern swagger and bridging Mumbai hip-hop with South Indian cinema.
- Drama (Interlude) – A stripped-back spoken-word meditation on trauma, redemption, and survival. DIVINE at his most vulnerable and introspective, offering a spiritual anchor for the album.
- Homicide – Spiritual warfare meets street storytelling. DIVINE confronts conspiracies with divine intervention—metaphorical homicide of anything standing against him.
- Rain -Sampling ‘Give Me Some Sunshine’, DIVINE meditates on sacrifice and survival. A melancholic reflection on childhood, responsibility and paving a path for Indian hip-hop.
- Tequila Dance (feat. Hanumankind) – High-energy, club-ready banger that bridges the burgeoning hip hop soundscapes of Southern and Western India. Swagger, chaos, and celebration collide as DIVINE and Hanumankind trade electric verses in a cross-regional hip-hop wave.
- Triple OG – Stripped-down street anthem. DIVINE asserts dominance with power and precision, dismantling pretenders and reminding listeners of the essence of his decade-long reign. Produced by Phenom, the menacing track is a chest-rattling statement of earned respect. DIVINE defines Triple OG: money, loyalty, love, rules, and bringing life to the game—a no-frills testament to a decade of dominance.
- DADA – DIVINE doubles down on his godfather status with raw aggression. Built on heavy bass, sharp snares, and zero softness, the track is pure rhythmic force. He moves through his journey from barefoot beginnings to earned dominance, mixing Konkani roots with unmistakable Mumbai pride. Hunger, pain, and hustle fuel every bar, reminding listeners that DIVINE remains as ruthless and driven as ever.
- BOOM (Bonus) – The bonus version of ‘Boom’ strips away nostalgia for something darker and more confrontational. With a stalking beat, distorted bass, and warning-shot synths, DIVINE delivers the same legacy bars with added menace. What once felt like a victory lap now sounds like a challenge — same reign, far less mercy.