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Kbobra Roots
Kbobra Roots formed in 2008 around vocalist and composer Da Banda, whose real name is Ricardo Lima. The band came together in Feira de Santana, a city in...
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Kbobra Roots formed in 2008 around vocalist and composer Da Banda, whose real name is Ricardo Lima. The band came together in Feira de Santana, a city in Brazil where Lima grew up hearing samba, reggae, and hip-hop. Their name references the Brazilian cobra, which they see as a symbol of resilience.
Their debut album 'Mercado Informal' arrived in 2011, with the title track becoming their most recognizable song. That track celebrates street vendors and the informal economy, set to funk rhythms with lyrics that touch on everyday struggles. The album brought them wider attention in Brazil.
At times, their outspoken lyrics have drawn criticism from conservative circles in Brazil. In 2016, they were prevented from performing at a festival because of their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. They've kept making music that reflects their perspective.
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