Ferréz

**Ferréz** is a Brazilian rapper, writer, and cultural activist whose raw storytelling roots itself in the streets of São Paulo’s Capão Redondo neighborhood. Emerging as a key voice in Brazil’s *literatura marginal* (marginal literature) movement, he blends gritty hip-hop beats with lyrics that tackle social inequality, resilience, and the realities of life in the peripheries. His music, like his books (including the acclaimed novel *Capão Pecado*), doesn’t shy away from exposing systemic struggles but also celebrates community strength and Black Brazilian pride.

Beyond the mic, Ferréz is known for grassroots activism, using his platform to uplift favela voices and challenge stereotypes. With recent releases like *Medo (Ao Vivo)* and *Determinação*, he keeps his sound urgent and unfiltered, mirroring the pulse of the streets he represents. Whether through music or prose, Ferréz remains a unapologetic chronicler of resistance.