Titica facts for kids

Titica is a famous musician and dancer from Angola. She is known for her exciting performances in a music style called kuduro. Kuduro is a type of upbeat electronic music and dance that started in Angola. The BBC once called her "the new face" of kuduro because of her big impact on the genre.

Musical Journey

Titica was born in Luanda, the capital city of Angola. She chose her stage name to show her strength. By picking a name that meant "worthless" in Portuguese, she turned a negative word into a symbol of power and confidence.

From Dancer to Singer

Before she became a singer, Titica trained in ballet. She started her career as a back-up dancer for other popular musicians like Noite & Dia and Puto Portugues. Her powerful and energetic dancing made her stand out.

Her singing career began by accident. One day in the studio, she was helping another artist with a song. The producers liked her voice so much that they recorded it for the track. This was the start of her journey as a recording artist.

International Success

In October 2011, Titica released her first album, Chão.... The album was a huge hit and made her famous around the world.

One of the album's songs, "Olha o Boneco," was especially popular. It reached the number one spot on a music chart in Portugal for three weeks. It was also number one for seven weeks on a music show in Brazil.

Musical Style and Influences

Titica is proud of her background and often talks about how it shapes her music. She listens to a lot of music from the Congo.

Her sound is a mix of Angolan kuduro and Congolese styles like kallé and n’dombolo. She has named famous artists like Pépé Kallé and Koffi Olomide as some of her biggest inspirations. She also looks up to the kuduro artist Fofandó, calling her a "queen" of the genre.

Working for a Better World

Titica uses her fame to help others and spread positive messages. In 2013, she was named a goodwill ambassador for UNAIDS, a part of the United Nations.

In this role, she helps teach people about important health topics. She also speaks out against bullying and unfair treatment. Titica has said, "I have suffered so much humiliation, but I am ready to lead by example and help overcome stigma and discrimination in my country and beyond."

Discography

Titica has released several albums during her career.

• Chão... (2011)
• De Última à Primeira (2014)
• Pra Quê Julgar? (2018)

See also

In Spanish: Titica para niños