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Ethiopian Drill explodes on the streets of Addis Ababa

Ethiopian Drill explodes on the streets of Addis Ababa

Summary

Drill music, a fast and often intense style of hip hop, has recently become very popular in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This music, which used to be mostly heard online, is now common in bars and nightclubs, especially among young people.

Key Facts

  • Drill is a style of hip hop known for its fast beats and sometimes violent lyrics.
  • The genre grew popular on social media in Ethiopia last year.
  • Recently, Drill music has spread widely across Addis Ababa's streets.
  • It is now played in many mainstream bars and nightclubs.
  • Young people, especially Generation Z, are a big part of Drill’s growing fan base.
  • Some believe this rise is linked to uncertainty about politics and the economy among youth.
  • Ethiopia is a conservative country, and not everyone supports Drill music.
  • The report was made by journalist Tom Canetti.
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