Stove God Cooks, born Aaron Cook, is an American rapper from Syracuse, New York, recognized for his distinctive lyricism and innovative sound in the modern hip-hop scene[1].
Raised in a musical family, Cooks’ early musical influences included gospel and hip-hop artists such as Nas and Big Pun. He and his mother were involved in a gospel group at his grandfather’s church, while his brother introduced him to hip-hop music[1].
He first entered the industry as a protégé of Busta Rhymes, signing with The Conglomerate Entertainment in 2015 and spending several years developing his artistry under Busta’s mentorship[1][2]. Busta Rhymes later connected him with Roc Marciano, who produced Cooks’ debut album Reasonable Drought, released in March 2020[1][7]. This album, noted for its gritty storytelling and boom-bap influences blended with melodic elements from gospel and soul, is widely regarded as one of the best hip-hop albums of the 2020s[2][5].
Following this, Cooks signed with Westside Gunn’s Griselda Records and appeared on multiple Griselda projects, including three tracks on Gunn’s Flygod is an Awesome God 2 (2020). He became a prolific presence in the Griselda collective, collaborating with artists such as Benny the Butcher, 2 Chainz, Westside Gunn, and French Montana. His guest verse on Benny the Butcher’s album Tana Talk 4 received praise from NBA star Kevin Durant[1][2][5].
Cooks is also signed to Babygrande Records and has been named as one of Billboard’s top 15 Hip-Hop and R&B artists to watch and Rolling Stone’s “11 Rappers to Make It Big in 2023”[5]. His lyricism is marked by double entendres, street narratives, and vivid imagery, drawing comparisons to the likes of 50 Cent for his versatility and strong presence[6][7].
He continues to gain recognition through nationwide tours, features, and consistent releases, including singles and collaborations in 2024 and a featured appearance on Clipse’s 2025 album Let God Sort Em Out[1][6]. Despite his growing fame, Cooks is noted for his humility and commitment to his craft, often describing himself as a rap artist who remains deeply connected to his Syracuse roots[2].
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