James Safadeza

James Safadeza is a Brazilian music collective that formed in Salvador, Bahia around 2018. The group includes Rael da Rima on vocals, Leleto on bass, Léo da Baixa on drums, and Meno on percussion. Their sound pulls from Brazilian hip-hop and funk, with songs like 'Cansei de Esperar' and 'Água de Oceano' showing their range.

They gained wider attention with the track '15 Mil Por Mes,' which became popular for its direct reference to Brazil's minimum wage at the time. The song's straightforward title and theme connected with listeners, helping push the band into more mainstream conversations.

Their debut album was called 'Olha o Passinho,' followed by releases like 'Um Novo Tempo' and 'Partido Alto.' The music often touches on social themes alongside more personal tracks such as 'Fotografias' and 'Te Vivo.' They've faced some criticism from traditionalists who found their approach too blunt, but kept working with their four-member setup.

James Safadeza's catalog stays grounded in that Brazilian funk and hip-hop blend, avoiding grand statements in favor of songs that speak plainly. Tracks like 'Senha do Wifi' and 'Miragem No Deserto' continue in that vein, keeping the focus on the music rather than building a larger narrative around it.