DJ Arafat
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DJ Arafat was a prominent figure in Ivorian music, known for his influential role in the coupé-décalé genre. He was celebrated for his energetic performances and innovative music style, which helped shape the urban music landscape in Côte d'Ivoire. Tragically, his life was cut short in a motorcycle accident in 2019, but his legacy continues to inspire many artists, including Himra, who cites him as a significant influence.
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DJ Arafat's face is among those featured on the overloaded gbaka minibuses in Abidjan.
‘Every day’s a fight’: join the commuters in Africa’s rapidly growing cities | AfricaThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2025-10-26
United Kingdom· 2025-10-26
DJ Arafat was a prominent artist known for his influence in the music scene.
DJ Arafat : la fin d’une époqueCameroon Tribune·
Cameroon· 2025-07-19
Cameroon· 2025-07-19Himra compares his music to that of DJ Arafat, a star of coupé-décalé who was killed in a motorcycle accident.
En Côte d’Ivoire, le rappeur Himra parle à la rue, chante la galère et la hargne en « nouchi hardcore »Le Monde·
France· 2025-03-15
France· 2025-03-15
