MC Cabo-Verdiano, from a poor family of 10 brothers. Since he lost his father at the age of 9, he started doing small jobs to help his mother, who has herself as a model of inspiration and perseverance. Thanks to this, he managed to succeed in academic life and completed his degree in social work in 2014.
His musical career began in 2007, in a radio contest promoted by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with radio Praia FM, obtaining the first classification. Further on, he launches 3 mix tapes (Golpe de Stado I-2010, Golpe Stado II -2012, Jungles of stones -2014) that have transformed him into one of the most appreciated names of Rap Crioulo.
In 2013, he made his first participation in an international project “Dreamers” – an exchange that took him to Italy. Since then, he has released several works and participated in various events in the city. In 2016, he wins in the category of revelation artist in CAPE VERDE MUSIC AWARDS, due to the mega phenomenon of his music and video clip O Ki Fomi Txiga.
That same year, he was one of the artists selected for the ATLANTIC MUSIC EXPO, having been praised as one of the best showcases, earning him a spotlight in the cultural section of NEW YORK TIMES.
Several tours followed in and out of the country. At the end of the year, he released his first album Karta D'Alforia.
In 2017, he completes 10 years of career and is a constant presence in all music festivals and major cultural events in his country, with the prospect of several tours.
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