MC Lelê JP is the stage name of São Paulo singer and rapper Alessandro Venâncio
da Silva, who has risen from humble beginnings in the Jardim Peri favela to
become one of the most influential voices in Brazil's conscious funk movement.
Starting his musical journey at just 12, MC Lelê JP blended his passion for funk
with themes of faith, resilience, and the challenges of life in the favelas. His
breakout came after a video caught the attention of a producer, leading to an
explosive career that boasts over half a billion views, 4.5 million monthly
listeners, and viral hits like "Kaw...