Naza

Naza, born Nabil Boucif in 1991, grew up in Saint-Denis, a suburb of Paris. He started rapping young, drawing on rhythms from his Congolese background. In 2014, his track 'Joli Bébé' with Niska broke through, pushing him into the mainstream.

His albums like 'Inconnu à cet adresse' (2017) and 'DNA' (2021) mix hip-hop with Afrobeat and dancehall touches. Songs such as 'Gater Le Coin' and 'Souris Verte' show his knack for catchy melodies and straightforward lyrics. He's worked with artists including Maître Gims and Jul.

In 2016, Naza faced an arrest for drug possession, which briefly affected his public image. He's since kept making music, sometimes addressing social issues or personal struggles in tracks like 'Faut Pardonner' and 'Remontada'. His sound has evolved without losing its core appeal.

He's often credited with influencing newer French hip-hop artists, partly through his collaborations with producers and rappers in his circle. The music stays grounded in the rhythms he grew up with, even as it reaches a wider audience.