North Hollywood Studio Break-In Sparks Creative Response From Grammy-Winning Producer

Just days into the new year, Grammy-winning producer Hit-Boy found himself the target of a late-night burglary after masked thieves broke into his North Hollywood studio in the early morning hours of January 4.

The Fontana native, whose real name is Chauncey Alexander Hollis Jr., shared details of the incident on social media, saying the break-in occurred around 4 a.m. While the suspects appeared to be searching for valuables such as jewelry and cash, they ultimately walked away with very little. Despite rummaging through the studio, they failed to notice three Grammy Awards and missed other high-value personal items.

Security footage reviewed by the producer reportedly showed as many as 10 masked individuals using crowbars to force entry. According to Hit-Boy, the burglars kicked in door frames, overturned furniture, and damaged equipment, including a laptop used for visual work. This marked the third time in two years that his studio has been broken into.

Rather than respond with silence, Hit-Boy turned the experience into art. The break-in inspired him to release a freestyle titled “Crow Bars,” which he shared on social media alongside surveillance footage of the crime. In the track, he reflects on the incident, noting that he received a text alert while he and his son were asleep and expressing gratitude that neither his family nor his most meaningful possessions were harmed.

Los Angeles police have not released additional details regarding the incident as of publication. While the suspects remain at large, the producer’s response highlights resilience in the face of repeated violations—transforming a moment of loss and disruption into a creative statement grounded in composure and perspective.

Source: KTLA