Ataf Khawaja is a popular
Danish
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rap artist
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, of
Pakistani origin
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also known by the mononym Ataf
Biography
Ataf is involved in a youth hip-hop program in Tingbjerg, Denmark, which encourages immigrant teenagers in express themselves through music. When asked about his involvement in the program, Ataf said, "I want to show immigrant kids I'm evidence that you can make it happen. You don't have to be a cab driver...(or) a pizza delivery boy." His music has common themes about making the world a better, more accepting place. He charted on the Danish Singles Chart in 2004 with "Bare en thug" and released his album ''Paraderne nede'' in 2005.
He has also appeared in the television sitcom ''
Klovn'' (2005) and the feature ''Halalabad Blues'' (2002).
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Discography
(credited as Ataf)
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Singles
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External links
Official website*
Pakistani rappers
Danish rappers
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Living people
Year of birth missing (living people)
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