Appa (rapper)

Rachid El Ghazoui (born 27 January 1983), also known by his stage name Appa, is a Dutch rapper of Moroccan descent.

Career

In 2002, he joined rap formation Tuindorp Hustler Click (THC), but decided to go solo. He is known for the political content of his lyrics and criticism of nationalist MP Geert Wilders. He also strongly identifies with the social problems of Moroccan youths. In November 2007, his first album called Straatfilosoof (Street Philosopher) appeared. In an interview he calls the album "autobiographical" and a "user guide for the people who don't understand us (Moroccan youths)".

Discography

Albums

• Straatfilosoof (Street Philosopher) (2007)

Mixtapes

• De Meest Onderschatte (The Most Underestimated) (2006)
• TBS: Ter Beschikking van de Staat (At the Disposal of the State) (2007)

References