Kaïcho Pépélé, whose real name is Omar Khaïze, is a French rapper and visual artist born on November 27, 1994, in Dzaoudzi, Mayotte. He grew up in Aubagne, near Marseille, immersed in a vibrant cultural melting pot shaped by his Mahoran roots and the dynamic Marseille urban scene. From a young age, he developed a deep passion for words and sound. At just 12, he began writing, and by the age of 14, he was funding his own studio sessions—an early sign of unwavering determination and a fierce commitment to his craft. His unique, uncompromising style blends a gritty voice with introspective lyrics, infused with raw emotion drawn from urban life.
In 2016, Kaïcho Pépélé began crafting “Fragmenta Vocum”, a conceptual 29-track project envisioned as a fragmented mini-discography. This hybrid work, refined over several years, will be officially released on March 28, 2025. It captures the essence of his artistic identity: a subtle balance of raw intensity, inner poetry, and the exploration of fringe narratives.
Alongside his music, he has cultivated a bold visual identity through cinematic, meticulously crafted music videos. In 2022, he directed “420D”, followed in 2023 by “2500M2”—two striking visual pieces that firmly anchor his universe in a dark, reflective, and immersive aesthetic. In 2024, he unveiled “Indomptable”, a visceral and hard-hitting video that showcases both his narrative power and his eye for imagery.
Today, Kaïcho Pépélé continues his rise with new audiovisual works guided by an audacious artistic direction, blending raw art, industrial sound textures, and deeply personal storytelling. A rising and essential figure in the contemporary French hip-hop scene, he embodies a sharp, independent voice that looks boldly toward the future.
Over futuristic, rhythmic instrumentals, the artist unleashes his flow with striking energy and control. Kaïcho Pépélé masters the noble art of rap, merging flawless technique with biting punchlines, as illustrated by this memorable line: “Des cauchemars qui paraissent vrais, des signes qui ne mentent jamais.”
The video immerses viewers in a dark, introspective universe—an honest reflection of his lived experience, brilliantly brought to life with haunting authenticity.
