Soprano, whose real name is Saïd M'Roumbaba, is an essential artist on the French music scene. First member of the group Psy 4 of Rime, he has established himself as a solo artist recognized for his talents as a singer, composer and author. If his style mixes rap, pop and urban music, what distinguishes Soprano is his ability to address deep and sometimes sensitive subjects through his music.
With poignant lyrics and an instantly recognizable voice, Soprano has built a reputation as a committed artist who bluntly denounces social inequalities, discrimination and injustice. Invited to the microphone of France Inter radio this Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the 45-year-old artist expressed his annoyance with the new generation.
A committed artist
Since its beginnings in the world of music, Soprano has established itself as a voice for the forgotten, the marginalized and those that society tends to neglect. If his music is part of a varied register, he does not hesitate to use his art to denounce the flaws of the modern world. Through his songs, he addresses themes that touch the heart of social and human concerns.
Soprano does not just sing catchy melodies, he seeks to send strong messages. His commitment is palpable in several of his pieces where he evokes with emotion subjects such as racial discrimination, poverty, inequalities, wealth gaps, the injustice which affects the most deprived, difficult living conditions, but also the 'love.
Another important aspect of Soprano's commitment is its desire to bring together, create bridges between different cultures and generations. In a world often divided by differences, his songs advocate the unit and theopen-mindedness. Some of these titles “To the good” are hymns to diversity and tolerance, where he defends the idea that our differences are an asset and not an obstacle. These songs are a reminder that no matter where you come from, everyone deserves a chance to thrive in a more just world.
A commitment beyond music
Soprano's commitment is not limited to music. He knew how to use his notoriety to express himself publicly on social and cultural issues that are close to his heart. For several years, he has supported youth initiatives and campaigns for a better inclusion of minorities in the professional and artistic world.
Soprano also took the floor to denounce discriminatory behavior, particularly towards people of immigrant background, and he does not hesitate to recall the importance ofequal opportunities. His words are not just criticism; they carry a message ofhopethat music and art can be social transformation tools.
A concern about the new generation
This Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the singer was invited on the airwaves of France Inter in the show “Le 7 à 10”. From the outset, the journalist cited one of her texts to try to understand what he is denouncing. “Ruthless, the world we live in, even Sheitan is overwhelmed by our lack of humanity. I see hatred everywhere, still so much division, my head is tired”.
And the journalist asks: “What does that mean? What does that mean, what’s the point of writing, what’s the point of slamming, what’s the point of rapping, what’s the point of singing?”
Soprano then replied: “We continue to do it, but it's true that I've been making music for almost 30 years. I denounce a lot of things and I have the impression that it's getting worse. We're even more torn than before and it's really something that weighs on me“.
And the father of four children continues: “It weighs on me because I see my children growing up in the middle of all this. Today, on social media, everything is negativity. It seems that kindness is not in fashion. But I tell myself that if we want to have a better world, we will have to nourish the generations that come with kindness and not with tearing all the time…”.
