Independent Artist Hello Shello Sets The Tone For 2026 With His End Of The Year Drop "Ego's A Helluva Drug"

Hello Shello has never been an artist to coast — and with the release of his latest EP, Ego’s a Helluva Drug, he’s giving fans exactly what they’ve been waiting for: clarity, confidence, and undeniable momentum. Dropped on December 30, 2025, the five-song project arrives with zero features, letting Shello’s voice and perspective take full control. It’s a bold statement from an artist who’s always carved his own lane and isn’t afraid to look inward as he pushes forward.

Since his earlier work — which includes projects like Hello Savage back in 2018 — and recent singles such as “Hot Top Pick” featuring EllySupreme, Hello Shello has steadily built a catalog that blends lyrical flair with authentic storytelling rooted in life, culture, and commitment to craft. With Ego’s a Helluva Drug, he continues that trajectory, delivering a compact yet potent body of work that reflects both confidence and self-reflection.

Here’s the tracklist from the new EP:

1. The Camoprint
2. Swagga Like Hello
3. Sneaky Link
4. Delusional (Know It’s Mine)
5. Ego’s a Helluva Drug

What makes this release particularly compelling is Shello’s decision to keep it all on his own voice, resisting features and letting his perspective anchor every moment. In doing so, he demonstrates an artist at ease with his identity — not chasing trends, but shaping them from the inside out.

As Ego’s a Helluva Drug closes out the calendar, it also feels like a launchpad. Hello Shello is clearly ready to put his foot on the gas for 2026, promising more music, deeper connection with his audience, and a relentless pursuit of growth. With this EP setting the tone, Shello’s next moves are sure to keep him on the radar of hip-hop fans looking for substance, swagger, and self-defined artistry.