The São Paulo musician who is empowering African-Brazilian women by rapping about Brazil’s history of slavery and racial division will perform FridayWhile many will be tuning into the Olympics opening ceremony in Rio De Janeiro to catch a glimpse of globally renowned figures such as Gisele Bunchen or Gilberto Gil,the star of the exhibit may well turn out to be a diminutive 12-year-customary from São Paulo.
Despite her youth, MC Soffia is already six years into her career as a rapper, and has gained fame for her lyrics which aim to empower young African-Brazilian women. She tackles the country’s long history of slavery and racial division,and challenges the way black people are represented in her rhymes. Related: A favela brass band prepares for Rio 2016 – in pictures Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com