MC Dricka

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Also known as

Mc Rick

Years active

2013

Genres

funk paulista, funk carioca, mandelão, pop

Instruments

vocals, flute, acoustic guitar

Biography

MC Dricka, born Fernanda Andrielli Nascimento dos Santos in São Paulo, is a prominent Brazilian singer and songwriter who has emerged as a powerful voice in the Brazilian funk scene. Earning the nickname "Queen of the Fluxos," she gained widespread recognition for her aggressive musical style, direct lyrics, and empowerment of women, breaking down machismo barriers in a genre traditionally dominated by male artists.

Growing up between São Paulo and Sergipe, she initially explored music through church choirs, learning the flute and acoustic guitar before eventually finding her true calling in funk music. Despite facing a challenging childhood, dropping out of school, and enduring periods of extreme hardship and depression during her early career struggles, she persevered and broke through with the 2019 hit "Empurra Empurra." Since then, she has released successful EPs such as Rainha dos Fluxos and Acompanha, earned an international nomination at the BET Awards, and had her image featured in Times Square.

As an openly lesbian artist and social activist, MC Dricka continues to shape the sound of paulista favela funk, often collaborating with artists like MC Davi and DJ Will DF. Her impactful lyrics and trailblazing presence have solidified her legacy as a pioneer of the mandelão rhythm and a champion of gender equality within Brazilian music.