Hichkas facts for kids
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Hichkas
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Hichkas in London 2011
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هیچکس
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| Birth name | Soroush Lashkari |
| Also known as | Hichkas |
| Born | 9 May 1985 Tehran, Iran |
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| Years active | 1999–present |
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Soroush Lashkari (born May 9, 1985), known as Hichkas (which means "nobody" in Persian), is a famous Iranian rapper and songwriter. Many people see him as the person who made Iranian hip hop popular in Iran and other Persian-speaking countries like Afghanistan and Tajikistan. His success helped break down barriers for rappers in popular music in Iran.
Hichkas is known as one of the first artists in Iranian hip hop. Fans often call him the "Father of Persian Rap." He became a voice for young Iranians and their feelings. He has inspired many artists in different music styles and is considered one of the best rappers in Iranian hip hop.
Hichkas also started music groups and labels. He co-founded "021," which was one of the first Persian hip hop groups. Later, he started "Saamet" and "Moltafet" with other artists. Hichkas's songs often talk about social and cultural topics in Iran. His strong lyrics and influence have made him a very important artist in Iranian music. He has inspired many new songwriters and artists. His first album, Jangale Asfalt (The Asphalt-paved Jungle), was released in 2005. It was the first Iranian hip-hop album ever. His early music mixed traditional Persian sounds with modern beats, creating a unique style.
Besides making music, Hichkas also helps other artists. He works on music production and helps new artists grow. He has given talks at universities like Oxford University and Cambridge University. In these talks, he discussed Iranian poetry, the underground music scene in Iran, and how the internet changed music.
Hichkas has worked with international hip hop artists, including American rapper Kool G Rap. His second album, Mojaz (permissible), came out in March 2020. This album was highly anticipated and released eight years after it was first announced.
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Early Life and Music Beginnings
Soroush Lashkari was born in Tehran, Iran, on May 8, 1984. He lived in Germany until he was two years old, then moved back to Tehran. He studied translation at university but left to focus on Persian hip hop. His family has roots in the Ziaabad village of Qazvin. Hichkas now lives in London, England, after moving there following political events in Iran. He is married to Azadeh Akbari, an Iranian activist.
In his early years, Hichkas started a music group called 021, named after Tehran's area code. Around 2003, he began his music career in Vanak, a neighborhood in Tehran. He would freestyle in Persian and take part in rap battles. Hichkas became well-known for rapping in Persian about social issues and the lives of young people in Iran. His early songs blended traditional Iranian instruments with urban beats, creating a mix of Eastern and Western sounds.
Hichkas's Music Albums
Hichkas has released several albums that have been very important for Iranian hip hop.
Studio Albums
- Jangale Asfalt (2006)
- Mojaz (2020)
Compilation Albums
- Anjām Vazife (The Tour of Duty EP) produced by Mahdyar Aghajani (2011)
International Collaborations
Hichkas has worked with artists from other countries, bringing Persian hip hop to a wider audience.
- Young N Foolish (featuring Kool G Rap, Reveal, Quf) produced by Mahdyar Aghajani (2012)
- "Long Live Palestine, Part II" (Lowkey featuring Hichkas, Reveal, Dam, Narcy, Eslam Jawaad, Hasan Salaam, and Shadia Mansour) produced by Nutty P (2010)
As a Featured Artist
Hichkas has also been featured on songs by other artists.
- "Boro Jolo" (with Reza Pishro) (2007)
- "Divoone" (with Reza Pishro) (2007)
- "Long Live Palestine, Part II" (Lowkey featuring Hichkas, Reveal, Dam, Narcy, Eslam Jawaad, Hasan Salaam, and Shadia Mansour) produced by Nutty P (2010)
- "Chera Badi?" (with Zedbazi) (Why Are You So Mean?) (2012) produced by Alireza JJ
- "Chi Shenidi?" (with Fadaei) (2012)
Music Videos and Films
Hichkas has appeared in music videos and even a movie.
- Trip e Ma (Our Style) (2004), a music video edited by Fred Khoshtinat.
- Ye Mosht Sarbaz (A Bunch of Soldiers) (2008), a music video directed by Fred Khoshtinat. It featured other artists like Mahdyar Aghajani and Reza Pishro. Parts of this video were included in a documentary film called Cultures of Resistance.
- No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009), a feature film directed by Bahman Ghobadi. This movie won a special award at the Cannes Film Festival.
Related Artists and Topics
- Yas
- Bahram
- Fadaei
- Iranian hip hop
- List of Iranian musicians
- Music of Iran
- Persian pop music
- Rock and alternative music in Iran
See also
In Spanish: Hichkas para niños
