Who Is C4 Pedro?

C4 Pedro is an Angolan singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. He has been a major influence in African pop music since the mid-2000s. Born Wilson Buainain Ceu da Silva in Luanda, Angola on June 24, 1979, he started his career as part of the duo R&B Rave before going solo in 2004. He has since released several albums including his most successful one, “King C4” (2018).

Early Life & Career

Growing up, C4 Pedro was surrounded by music. His father was a musician who played several instruments including drums, guitar, and bass. C4 Pedro's love for music was further nurtured by the time he spent with his father's band. At the age of 10, he began performing in nightclubs with his father's band and learned to play several instruments including guitar and bass. After winning several local talent shows, C4 Pedro started performing on stage in 1996 with the group R&B Rave.

Breakthrough & Success

In 2004, C4 Pedro went solo and released his debut album “Kambança”. The album was met with positive reviews and made him an instant celebrity in Angola. In 2006, he released his second album “Eu Sou Assim” which was even more successful than his debut album. Over the next few years he released several more albums that further cemented his status as one of Angola's most successful artists.

Recent Work

In 2018 C4 Pedro released his fourth studio album “King C4” which spawned several hit singles. The album was met with critical acclaim and further established him as one of Angola's most talented artists. Since then he has continued to release new music and collaborate with other artists such as Anselmo Ralph, Sandy, and Arieth Feijo.