Under the spotlight since the release of his new album “Société Suspecte,” Ivorian rapper Suspect 95 will be in Cotonou this Sunday, July 30, for a unique show at the Eya Community Center of Lionel Talon.
Great news for Suspect 95’s fans. The Ivorian rapper, renowned for his socially engaged lyrics on burning societal issues, will be in Cotonou this Sunday for a special concert at the EYA Community Center. The rapper announced the good news to his Beninese fans on his official Facebook page. “Cotonou, I’ll be with you this Sunday! Get your tickets,” he declared in the caption of the event poster.
Suspect 95, whose real name is Guy Ange Emmanuel, is now an undisputed icon of Ivorian and even African rap. His powerful and impactful lyrics addressing pressing issues have made him an important voice of African youth. Carrying a strong message, Suspect 95 stands as a socially conscious artist, using rap as a means to denounce injustices and raise awareness.
As a reminder, the eponymous title of his latest album “Société suspecte,” in collaboration with Youssoupha, generated great interest among the Beninese rap scene. This track quickly became a true reference for rap enthusiasts and sparked a real challenge among the country’s rappers. Several Beninese rappers such as Bobo Wê, Vano Baby, and Crisba measured themselves on the hit track.
