Kimya: The Pen in Service of Consciousness

Originally from Kinshasa and based in Ottawa since 2004, Kimya is a multidisciplinary artist whose passion for words first emerged through slam poetry and rap. His deeply conscious style stands out for its socially engaged lyrics, exploring social realities, personal struggles, and collective aspirations.

Winner of the 2019 Trille Or Award for his EP Or & Flamme, he returns in 2024 with Enfer et Paradis, a powerful album that cements his status as a must-see artist. Kimya is more than a rapper — he is a voice that awakens and unites.