Face

Russian rap artist who began his career in 2015, born on April 8, 1997, in Ufa. He grew up in a troubled family: his parents divorced when he was less than a year old, his mother suffered from mental illness, and his father, formerly a businessman, later became a laborer. His childhood was immersed in a religious environment, frequently attending church services with his mother and brother. He studied at Lyceum No. 5 in Ufa, faced academic and disciplinary issues, and was interested in music, boxing, and street culture. In his youth, he was involved in street groups, which influenced his early work. He began his musical career after attending a Pharaoh concert, inspired by the performance. His initial releases were in the trap and cloud rap genres, focusing on internet culture and provocative lyrics. His debut studio album "Hate Love" was released in 2017, followed by "Puti neispovedimy" (2018), "Slime" (2019), "Nichego khoroshego" (2023), and "Bog repa" (2024). His music evolved from meme rap to politically charged compositions criticizing social and political issues in Russia. The album "Puti neispovedimy" marked a turning point, signifying a shift to more serious themes. In 2022, after an interview with Yuri Dud, the album re-entered the charts. In 2023, he released "Nichego khoroshego," his first album after leaving Russia, which achieved high positions on Apple Music charts in several countries. In 2024, he released "Bog repa," featuring 11 tracks, where Face debuted as a producer. His work has been recognized with awards and acclaim in the music industry, despite controversial reception and criticism.