Xamã

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Geizon Carlos da Cruz Fernandes

Years Active

2016

Genres

rap, hip hop, pop, r&b, afrobeat

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Xamã, artistic name of Geizon Carlos da Cruz Fernandes, is a prominent Brazilian rapper, singer, and actor born in Rio de Janeiro. He began his professional musical journey in 2016 through rap battles and lyrical freestyle, quickly establishing a distinct identity defined by rich literary, cinematic, and philosophical references. His debut album, Pecado Capital, released in 2018, featured the massive hit "Luxúria" alongside rapper Matuê, propelling him into the national spotlight. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with numerous renowned Brazilian artists, including Agnes Nunes, Luísa Sonza, and Marília Mendonça.

Following his initial breakthrough, Xamã released acclaimed projects such as O Iluminado in 2019 and Zodíaco in 2020, the latter achieving tremendous commercial success anchored by the viral hit "Leão". His artistic versatility continued to shine with tracks like "Malvadão 3", which topped Brazilian charts and earned him an international nomination at the BET Hip Hop Awards. In 2025, he released his fourth studio album, Fragmentado, incorporating genres like boombap, pop, afrobeat, and R&B with guest appearances from artists such as Criolo, BK, and Major Rd.

Beyond his contributions to hip hop and contemporary Brazilian music, Xamã successfully expanded his career into acting. He made his television debut in the Emmy-nominated series Justiça and later joined the main cast of the Rede Globo telenovela Renascer. His burgeoning acting career achieved further acclaim when he won the award for best supporting actor at the Festival de Gramado for his performance in the film Cinco Tipos de Medo.

Discography

• Pecado Capital (2018)
• O Iluminado (2019)
• Zodíaco (2020)
• O Último Romântico Online (2023)
• FRAGMENTADO (2025)
• Flerte (2026)