


D Smoke has acted in shows such as Judging Amy and Boston Public, while Flawless Real Talk has performed on stages with Waka Flocka Flame and French Montana. Surprisingly, both men have strong ties to the entertainment industry already.

The rapper's lifestyle and the rigors of being on the road left him conflicted during the competition. D Smoke also has undeniable street cred because he's from Inglewood, but has managed to avoid getting caught up in "the life." Flawless Real Talk has heartthrob good looks, but he's a family man. His rhymes are socially conscious and attracted fans across the spectrum, including Latin audience members. What gave D Smoke an edge over Flawless Real Talk in the finale was his crossover appeal. There is such an assortment of talent, each type of rap fan can find an artist that they identify with, including female performers and LGBTQ artists. The show's high production value is also unlike most of the other competition programs on the air. We learn about their motivations and their weaknesses. We see these 30 aspiring rappers grow and evolve. The best thing about Rhythm + Flow is that it boasts so many fantastic artists and showcases their backstories with dignity and grace. Other standouts are Nikee Turbo, Old Man Saxon, Savannah Hannah, Cakes Da Killa, and hard-as-steel Beanz - a female rapper from Pennsylvania. The judges ultimately advanced Rae Khalil to the next stages of competition, before she was eliminated in Los Angeles. I'm selling a**." The crowd erupted into laughter, but the "Bodak Yellow" rapper finished her compliments by telling Khalil that her vibe was inspiring because of her difference.
