From their smooth, sultry rhymes to their pure energetic deliveries, these Scandinavian artists have been on our radar and we felt they were too good not to share with our community.
Here are some Scandinavian artists you need to check out:
Sabina Ddumba
Sabina Ddumba is a Swedish singer with Ugandan heritage. Her soulful R&B sound brought her to fame with platinum hits “Scarred for Life” and “Effortless.” Her 2016 debut album, “Homeward Bound,” entered Sweden’s Top Ten. Emerging from the Swedish reality television show, “Så Mycket Bättre,” she released 2021’s “The Forgotten Ones,” featuring the acclaimed track “Blow My Mind” with Mr. Eazi.
Asme
Asmerom “Asme” Tsigabu, known for his part in the Swedish/Somali/Eritrean rap duo Aden x Asme, gained fame through hit tracks like “Starta vågen” and “Vossi Bop Remix” alongside British rapper Stormzy. In 2019, after their debut album “12 TILL 12” and a short film, Asme decided to concentrate on a solo career. In October 2022, Asme dropped his latest solo album, Spår av BLod
Seinabo Sey
Seinabo Sey, born in Stockholm with a Gambian heritage, gained fame with hits like “Younger” and “Hard Time.” Her debut single “Younger,” remixed by Kygo, achieved success in Norway and the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Songs. She performed at notable events such as the Swedish Grammy Awards, released EPs dedicated to her parents, and dropped her debut album, “Pretend,” in 2015, showcasing her soulful pop style.
Cherrie
Cherrie, born Shiriihan Mohamed Abdulle in 1991, is a Somali-Swedish singer. With three albums and mixtapes, she collaborated with global artists like Stormzy and Kehlani. Her upbringing in Lojo, Finland, and her subsequent move to Rinkeby, Stockholm, shaped her journey, highlighted in a 2019 short film documenting her rise to stardom.
Yasin
YASIN, from Rinkeby, Sweden, faced adversity but found solace in music during prison. He released albums ‘More To Life’ and ‘98.01.11’, gaining award nominations. His latest project, ‘Pistoler Poesi och Sex,’ represents a pivotal shift, defending his identity through 13 tracks. Singles like “DSGIS” and “XO” topped the Swedish charts.
Written by Anabel Rose Kubabom.
