Mc Theliel

Mc Theliel came up in Rio de Janeiro's Complexo da Maré favela, where he started writing funk carioca tracks that reflected the realities around him. His real name is Thiago Silva, and his music caught on locally with lyrics that were direct and unfiltered.

His song 'Só Pra Nois Gasta' came out in 2016 and became a major hit, pushing him to wider attention. The track's beat and straightforward delivery connected with listeners, though its content also drew criticism from some corners of the industry and media.

He followed that with other releases like 'Sem Vergonha' and 'Vem Dançar com Mc Theliel', and another track called 'Vida de Luxo' is among his better-known songs. The music kept a raw, neighborhood feel even as it reached broader audiences.