Gradur facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gradur
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Gradur at Fluo Openair in Switzerland in 2023
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| Birth name | Wanani Gradi Mariadi |
| Also known as | Grady |
| Born | November 28, 1990 |
| Origin | Roubaix, Hauts-de-France, France |
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| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Labels | Millenium Barclay |
| Associated acts | Lacrim, Migos, Chief Keef, Alonzo, Niro, Kayna Samet |
Wanani Gradi Mariadi (born on November 28, 1990), known as Gradur, is a French rapper. He was born in Roubaix, France, and has roots in Congo. Gradur first became famous for his "Sheguey" freestyles. Freestyles are rap songs made up on the spot.
Gradur's Music Journey
Gradur began his music career as part of a rap group called 59. He quickly gained many fans online. He then started his own group, which he called "Sheguey Squad." The word "sheguey" means "child of the street" in a Congolese language.
First Big Releases
In 2014, Gradur released his first mixtape, ShegueyVara. A mixtape is like an album, but often released independently or with less formal promotion. This mixtape included the music video "Traction."
His first official album, L'homme au Bob, came out on February 23, 2015. This album featured collaborations with other popular artists. Some of these included Niro, Lacrim, Alonzo, Kayna Samet, Chief Keef, and Migos.
Other Albums and Mixtapes
Gradur has released several other successful projects. These include:
- Where Is l'album de Gradur (2016)
- Zone 59 (2019)
- ShegueyVara Vol. 2 (2015)
His music is a mix of French hip hop and trap music. Trap music is a style of hip hop known for its hard-hitting beats and deep bass.
Images for kids
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Gradur at Fluo Openair in Switzerland in 2023
