Raaga Kaatralai

**Raaga Kaatralai** is a Tamil rapper, lyricist, and performer from Salem, Tamil Nadu, known for her raw, heartfelt lyrics and genre-blending style. Starting as a hip-hop dancer, she entered rap after collaborating with artist Shankara TPK, eventually founding **Sollisai Sistah's** – Tamil Nadu's first all-women Tamil rap band – alongside B-Sha, Neya, and beatboxer Kavi Chikki. Her tracks like *Thadumaarum poodhiniley*, *Valimaiyai*, and *Uthaman* tackle themes ranging from women’s issues to personal resilience, often performed at open mics and festivals to amplify grassroots narratives. With releases like *Irambam* and *Aasaigalum Kanavugalum*, she continues pushing boundaries in Tamil hip-hop, prioritizing emotional authenticity over rigid musical conventions.