116, formerly known as 116 Clique, is an American Southern Christian hip hop collective. Originally from Dallas, Texas, the group was formed in 2005. It is comprised of various Christian hip hop artists, including prominent figures like Lecrae, Trip Lee, Tedashii, Andy Mineo, and KB, among others. The group’s name is derived from the Bible verse Romans 1:16, which reflects their mission to openly proclaim the gospel.
The 116 collective is primarily signed to Reach Records, an Atlanta-based label co-founded by Lecrae and Ben Washer. Through Reach Records, they have released several studio albums, EPs, and singles, including “The Compilation Album” (2005), “13 Letters” (2007), “Man Up” (2011), and “Sin Vergüenza” (2020). They continue to release new music and collaborate on projects within the Christian hip hop genre.