Yako
Yako, a pivotal beatmaker shaping contemporary French rap with innovative, genre-blending productions.
Profile
Yako stands out as a leading beatmaker and producer in the current French rap scene. Renowned for his powerful and innovative sound, he collaborates with prominent artists like Booba and Tuerie, crafting beats that resonate with both traditional rap enthusiasts and new audiences alike.
Yako embodies a unique musical signature that merges trap, urban chanson, and Afro-American influences, demonstrating both technical mastery and artistic sensitivity.
His recent notable works include producing the beat for Booba and Dala’s “P.R.T” (2025), a track that marks a dynamic return for Booba with its blend of trap and autotune elements reflecting American influence within a French identity.
Yako also produced “Sorcière” for the Franco-Cameroonian artist Tuerie, showcasing his ability to support evolving styles that fuse Afro-American and French rap traditions with rich, deep soundscapes.
