MC Torugo

MC Torugo is a Brazilian funk carioca group from Rio de Janeiro's favelas. They became widely known in 2018 with the track "AK 47 É o Porte do Homem," which features MC Fahah and MC Blasco. The song's explicit lyrics about gun violence drew immediate criticism from police and activists, leading to bans from radio and streaming services.

The group defended the song as an expression of their reality, arguing it reflected the conditions in their communities rather than promoting violence. Their music often deals with themes of crime and social injustice, as heard in songs like "Mal Amada Mal Comida" and "Matéria de Hoje." This approach has kept them at the center of debates about violence and representation in Brazilian music.

The discussion around their music has made them a notable presence in funk carioca, with their 2018 hit remaining a reference point in conversations about art and social issues in Brazil.