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Iranian artists in urban arts. He has appeared as guest
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and is nicknamed "Father of
Persian Rap" by his fans. He became a representation of the Iranian underclass and reflected the angst of the young Iranians. He has been influential for many artists of various genres and is often cited as one of the greatest rappers of Iranian hip hop.
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about social problems and the younger generation in Iran. Hichkas's early releases combined traditional
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hip hop album released in 2005. Hichkas's early releases combined traditional
Persian instruments and urban beats to create a hybrid genre, a combination of east and west.
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Hichkas has collaborated with a number of
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ability and influence pervade the hip hop and rap genre, placing him at the forefront of contemporary
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896:. HipHop DX. Archived from
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597:Cannes Film Festival
520:"Chera Badi?" (with
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798:. 24 November 2020.
682:"Political Hip-Hop"
493:featuring Hichkas,
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