2Zer is a French hip-hop duo from Créteil, a suburb of Paris, formed in the mid-2000s. The group consists of MCs Yassine Sbih, who goes by Yaz, and Younouss Diakité, known as Youn. They started performing at local open mics and community events, building a following with lyrics that reflected the realities of their surroundings.
Their debut album 'Le Jeu N'En Vaut Pas La Chandelle' came out in 2009. That record included the track 'Galérer,' which became a significant hit in France. The song's straightforward depiction of everyday struggle connected with listeners, though some critics took issue with the group's direct language and subject matter.
2Zer released several more albums over the following years, including 'Bienvenue Dans Le Batiment C' in 2011 and 'Nouvelle École' in 2021. Yaz handles most of the rapping and lyrics, while Youn produces the beats. Their music tends to focus on social commentary and personal narratives from their community.
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