Conscious hip-hop and jungle bass, carrying a message of self-love, freedom of expression and positivity.
WASANI is a hip-hop and R&B vocalist and EDM DJ from San Diego, and the founder of WHOA. Live shows fuse classic hip-hop lyricism with wild jungle bass and tribal dancing energy.
Fueled by a passion for conscious hip-hop, I began writing and recording my own original lyrics when I was 14 to share with classmates. By the age of 17, my confidence soared after a few thrilling performances in front of thousands at a local venue. Determined to pursue music full-time I moved to Los Angeles when I was 18. A year later, collaborating with Wiz Khalifa's record label Taylor Gang Entertainment wasn't just a dream come true, it was a major step towards my goal of becoming a professional musician.
My lyrical styles blend early influences of reggae, dancehall, 90's hip hop, and the energy of modern day EDM festivals with the psychedelic, surf and skate, hippie culture of Southern California. My live shows are a fusion of classic hip-hop lyrics, wild jungle bass beats, and tribal dancing energy, all infused with a message of self-love, freedom of expression, and positivity.
Driven by a desire for creative freedom, I launched WE ARE WHOA in 2015. This has allowed me to grow a global audience, with fans in over 50 countries, and remain independent from the control of major record labels.
Fun facts
- Accumulated over 1 million views total on YouTube
- Opened for Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y, E-40, MGK, Soulja Boy, Waka Flocka, Andre Nickatina, Too $hort and more
- Founding CEO & Creative Director of a designer clothing brand that promotes art and music
- Sold over 10,000 individually and personally hand-painted articles of clothing
- Opened a storefront in San Diego called WHOADEGA featuring 20 local artists and hosting community events
Past shows
- Same Same But Different Music Festival2022 - 2026
- Bang BangSan Diego, CA
- Wicked WestSan Diego, CA
- The ObservatorySanta Ana, CA
- The NovoLos Angeles, CA
- MizataEl Salvador
- QuartyardSan Diego, CA
- House Of BluesAnaheim, CA