Born in Vevey, Switzerland in June 1984, Raphael Ragucci, known professionally as RAF Camora, is a Berlin-based rapper. Immersed in hip-hop culture from a young age, he began his music career in Austria, where he was part of various crews such as Rapatoi, French Connection, and Assaut Mystik. In 2006, he released his first project, Skandal, under the alias Raf0Mic, showcasing his skills as a rapper and producer.
Transitioning to a more diverse musical style that included elements of dancehall and reggae, RAF Camora changed his name to RAF 3.0 in 2011. His self-titled album in 2012 marked a successful shift, reaching high positions on the charts in Austria and Germany. With subsequent releases like "Hoch 2" in 2013 and collaborations with artists like Chakuza, RAF Camora solidified his position in the German music scene, culminating in successful albums like "Palmen Aus Plastik" and "Gh├╕st" in the following years.