Samuel Mira, mostly know in the world of Hip Hop as Sam the Kid, was born in 1979 in Chelas (Lisbon).He released his first album “Entre(tanto)”, in 1999. Although he recorded this album at home, it was pretty well accepted in the Hip Hop community for being the first album with an independent edition.
In 2001, he released his second album “Sobre(tudo)” where he had the chance to work and sing with many artists, such as, Filhos de um Deus menor, Regula and DJ Cruzfader. It had a huge success mainly because of the hits “Não percebes o Hip Hop” and “Realidade Urbana” and was considered one of the best albums ever in Portugal.
In 2002, Sam recorded his third album. Once more, at home, helped by samples, videos, soap-operas and phone calls, he released “Beats Vol.1”, an album with only instrumental music that is a tribute to the love that his parents lived. Like the previous albums, “Beats Vol.1” turned out to be a tremendous success and also reached to an audience that didn’t know Sam’s work.
Besides singing, he also helps producing and promoting new artists. He had been the “godfather” of many well-known rappers, such as, Regula, NBC and Black Mastah.
In his lyrics he talks about the music industry, how the money overcomes the creativity and talent of the artist, his life, society, politics and daily conflicts.
In 2006, Sam released his long-expected fourth album “Pratica(mente)” with the participations of Pac-Man (from Da Weasel), NBC, GQ, SP and Valete. This is a more mature album that reflects Sam influences, such as, DJ Premier (from GangStarr), Pete Rock and Alchemist.
Sam the Kid is probably the most acclaimed and respected rapper in Portugal. |
Sam the Kid is certainly one of the best portuguese rappers!
good choice! :D
*kisses*