Since launching his music career in 2015, Kasanova’s voice has echoed in Latin America and in barrios around the world. The overarching theme of his lyrics is pride and swagger; there is a musical cadence even in his daily prayers. Yet, Kasanova’s braggadocio doesn’t at all ignore complexity and context. His delivery is unrelenting and his rhymes often sound like they’re steadfastly bouncing off a concrete wall. More importantly, his songs are a sign of the times, proof that hip-hop really blew up and grew up. In other words, the 23-year-old is a rare breed of rapper, helping pave the way for future bicultural MCs and their mass appeal.