Vitinho Imperador

Vitinho Imperador came up in Rio de Janeiro's Maré neighborhood, performing at local parties. In 2018, his track 'Volta Rapariga' broke through and became a national hit. His music is rooted in the rhythms of baile funk, a sound that developed in the city's favelas.

His songs sometimes address difficult aspects of life in those communities, which has drawn criticism from some corners. He has continued to release music, including the albums 'Vida de Artista' in 2019 and 'Favela Vive' in 2020. Other tracks like 'Foge Comigo Agora' and 'Tapa Tapa Sentadão' have also found an audience.

He has worked with other artists in the scene, including MC Lan on a version of 'Volta Rapariga' and Brisa Star on 'Piseiro Com Balada'.