YOUSSEF SWATT'S
Youssef Swatt's, the poet of Belgian rap, will be at the Dour Festival on Saturday 19 July!
The rising star of the French rap scene, Youssed Swatt’s, has established himself with his sharp pen and introspective approach to hip-hop. Originally from Tournai, he has forged his reputation thanks to his chiselled writing and unique ability to blend introspection with a sharp eye of society. His rap, which is both intimate and universal, moves people with its sincerity and depth.
From his earliest freestyles and battles, he has impressed with his impeccable technique and ease with words. More than a simple style exercise, his rap is a quest of meaning, an exploration of the depths of the human soul. Engaging without being moralistic, he handles emotions with precision, alternating between melancholy and hope, lucidity and dreams.
Project after project, Youssef Swatt’s is building a rich and evolving discography, characterised by a constant desire for musical exploration: he is affirming his artistic maturity and his desire to push back the boundaries of his expression. From powerful storytelling to poetic ballads, each project explores new aspects of his universe and reinforces his status as a key artist on the Belgian scene.
Besides his solo career, Youssef Swatt’s has been collaborating with leading figures in Belgian and international rap, enriching his style and widening his audience even further. His work is helping redefine the contours of today’s hip-hop, where authenticity and finesse of writing blend brilliantly.
On stage, his energy and charisma turn every performance into a unique moment. Carried along by a disarming sincerity and palpable intensity, his rap takes on a whole new dimension on stage. Between moments of pure emotion and hard-hitting lyrics, he forges a unique bond with his audience, captivated by the strength of his stories and the power of his interpretation. Youssef Swatt’s is the artist to come and see on 19th July at the Dour Festival to experience a moment out of time!