J. Eskine

Origin

Salvador, BA

Also known as

Jonathan Souza Santana, Jonathan Eskine, Gângster do Arrocha

Years Active

2018–presente

Genres

arrocha, trap, rap, hip-hop, pagodão baiano, r&b, forró

Instruments

acoustic guitar, vocals

Biography

Jonathan Souza Santana, better known as J. Eskine, is a Brazilian singer and songwriter born in Salvador, Bahia, on December 29, 1999. His musical career began in 2018, initially exploring the trap style and sharing his creations on social media. Between 2018 and 2019, J. Eskine also participated in rap battles with friends, posting the footage on YouTube. Before achieving fame, the artist performed on buses, ferry terminals, and cultural fairs in Salvador, singing songs by other Brazilian artists to help his family.

J. Eskine gained national notoriety in late 2024 with the release of the hit "Resenha do Arrocha", which quickly reached number one on the Billboard Brasil Hot 100. This song, which blends arrocha with elements of pagodão baiano and hip-hop, went viral on social media, driven by influencers and content creators. The song's success cemented him as one of Brazil's most popular artists in 2025, according to the Billboard Artistas 25 list.

Self-titled "Gângster do Arrocha", J. Eskine is known for his irreverent lyrics and a musical style that fuses arrocha with trap and R&B influences. His journey is marked by perseverance, going from performances on buses to becoming a musical phenomenon. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with several artists, including Alef Donk, Oruam, and MC Ryan SP, among others.

Discography

• NEM SÓ DE MALUQUICE VIVE O HOMEM (2025)