WC no Beat

Origin

Vitória, ES

Years active

2015

Genres

trapfunk, funk carioca, trap, rap, urban pop

Instruments

turntables, sampler, drum machine, synthesizer

Biography

WC no Beat, born Weslley Costa in Vitória, Espírito Santo, is a prominent Brazilian beatmaker, music producer, and DJ. He emerged in the national music scene during the mid-2010s, establishing himself as a key figure in the rise of trapfunk—a subgenre that bridges the gap between carioca funk, trap, and contemporary rap. In 2018, he released his debut studio album, 18K, which brought together numerous prominent Brazilian artists and cemented his reputation for innovative urban music production.

Throughout his career, WC no Beat has collaborated with a vast array of major Brazilian stars, including MC Cabelinho, PK, MC Rebecca, Djonga, Matuê, Ludmilla, Pedro Sampaio, Anitta, and Kevin O Chris. His distinct production style relies on heavy 808s, rapid hi-hats, and an aggressive, danceable aesthetic that merges international hip-hop elements with the distinct identity of Brazilian funk. Notable tracks such as "Balança", "Sem Limites", "Sensacional", and "Nossa Que Isso" have earned him multiple gold, platinum, and diamond certifications.

As a producer, WC is renowned for orchestrating large-scale collaborations that unite disparate scenes within Brazil's urban music ecosystem, successfully blending funk, rap, drill, and pop. His work continues to shape the contemporary Brazilian music landscape, garnering millions of streams and solidifying his influence on the modernization of national dance rhythms alongside artists like Djonga and Anitta.