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Facts About Rich Brian, the Talented Indonesian Rapper Who Went Global

Facts About Rich Brian, the Talented Indonesian Rapper Who Went Global

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Facts About Rich Brian, the Talented Indonesian Rapper Who Went Global

Rich Brian is one of the Indonesian musicians who has successfully penetrated the international music industry, especially in the United States. His career began in 2015 under the stage name "Rich Chigga" with his debut song 'Living the Dream'. KLovers, let's take a look at the complete facts about the rapper through the photo news below!

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Born as Brian Imanuel Soewarno on September 3, 1999, in Jakarta. He comes from a family of Chinese and Manado descent.

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He learned English from YouTube and by listening to rappers like Childish Gambino, Tyler, The Creator, Macklemore, and 2 Chainz.

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He started as a YouTuber and Viner from the ages of 11–15, creating dark comedy videos and memes before seriously venturing into music.

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The viral debut single Dat $tick was uploaded in March 2016 as Rich Chigga, going viral and triggering reactions from many American rappers, as well as reaching #4 on the US Bubbling Under R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

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Initially using the controversial name 'Rich Chigga', he later changed it to Rich Brian in January 2018 to avoid racial connotations.

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Debut album 'Amen' (2018) became the first Asian rap album to reach number one on iTunes Hip-Hop.

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In addition to music, he is also an expert at solving Rubik's cubes in about 20–21 seconds, even participating in official World Cube Association competitions.

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Second album 'The Sailor' (2019) features a more serious musical style and major collaborations such as with RZA, as well as diverse music genres.