Hailing from the northern zone of São Paulo, Emicida rose to prominence in 2006 through freestyle battles, gaining widespread internet recognition. His debut mixtape, "Pra Quem Já Mordeu um Cachorro por Comida Até que Eu Cheguei Longe" (2009), propelled him to success at major festivals in Brazil and internationally, solidifying his reputation beyond the rap niche.
In 2019, Emicida reflected on his journey with the release of the socially impactful studio project "AmarElo" (2019), which garnered critical acclaim and made history with a debut performance at Theatro Municipal de São Paulo. Continuing his innovative approach in 2020 with podcasts and the Netflix documentary "AmarElo - É Tudo Pra Ontem," Emicida expanded his artistic horizons, setting the stage for future endeavors.