Who is DJ Arafat?

DJ Arafat is an Ivorian singer, songwriter, and producer who is widely known for his high-energy Afrobeat and Coupé-Décalé music. His real name is Angela Yabi. He first started making music in the early 2000s and has since released multiple albums, singles, and collaborations with other artists. He has gained millions of views on YouTube for his music videos.

Early Life

DJ Arafat was born on January 26th, 1986 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. His first introduction to music came from his uncle who taught him how to play traditional African instruments such as the balafon and djembe. As he got older he became interested in rap. In his teenage years, he started producing rap beats which led him to become a successful producer for many local rappers.

Career

DJ Arafat released his debut album in 2006 titled ""Angola"". It was an instant hit in his home country of Ivory Coast and made waves throughout West Africa. The album featured production by some of the biggest producers in the region at the time. His follow up album was released a few years later in 2010 titled ""Arafat Dj"". This album cemented DJ Arafat's place as one of the most promising stars of African music. He has since released numerous albums, singles, and featured on songs by other artists such as Kedjevara, Sidiki Diabate and J Martins.

Legacy

DJ Arafat is one of the most successful African musicians of all time. His music has been heard around the world and continues to inspire a new generation of African artists. His most successful single ""Moto Moto"" has amassed over 72 million views on YouTube alone. He has won multiple awards in his home country including Best Artist of the Year at the 2017 Afrima Awards. He will continue to be remembered for his high energy sound and passionate performances.