Tech N9ne reflects on helping Kansas City shine on the world stage during FIFA World Cup 2026

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For decades, Tech N9ne has been one of Kansas City’s biggest ambassadors, putting the city on the map through music long before the FIFA World Cup arrived.

Now, as millions of fans from around the world have turned their attention to Kansas City, the hometown rap legend is helping tell the city’s story on one of the biggest stages imaginable.

In an exclusive interview with FOX4, the artist, born Aaron Yates, reflected on what it means to represent his hometown during one of the world’s largest sporting events.

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When asked what his 18-year-old self would think of Kansas City hosting the World Cup and of him serving as one of its cultural ambassadors, Tech N9ne admitted it’s beyond anything he imagined…

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