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83
The French band 83 formed in the Paris suburbs in the early 1990s around rapper Mokobé, with Tefa, Stress, and vocalist Sly Johnson. Their sound mixed...
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The French band 83 formed in the Paris suburbs in the early 1990s around rapper Mokobé, with Tefa, Stress, and vocalist Sly Johnson. Their sound mixed hip-hop, reggae, and soul, with lyrics that often dealt with social issues. Their debut album 'Le Syndrome de Stockholm' came out in 1995.
In 1998, they released the single 'J'fais C'que J'peux,' which became a radio staple. That same year saw the album 'La Fin de l'Innocence.' Other notable songs include 'J'suis Comme J'suis' and 'La Vraie Vie.'
Their music drew some criticism for tackling topics like racism, but they kept making socially conscious records. The band's members each brought something distinct: Mokobé's rapping, Tefa's production, Stress's complex verses, and Johnson's soulful vocals.
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