Lil Hype is a Brazilian rap group from the Maré neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro. The group includes MC Dricka, MC Ryan SP, and MC Hariel. Their music draws from funk carioca, trap, and hip-hop, often focusing on the realities of life in their community.
Their song "Maré" became particularly well-known, capturing attention with its direct lyrics about their surroundings. The group has released other tracks like "Mil Grau" and "Ela Só Quer Paz," as well as albums including "Na Batida do Coração" and "Trapstar."
In 2020, MC Hariel was arrested after a performance where he was accused of inciting violence, though the charges were later dropped. The group's lyrics have sometimes drawn criticism for their explicit content and depictions of favela life.
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