is a Japanese hip-hop rapper. He first appeared on the Japanese hip-hop scene in the 1990s, collaborating in a

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song, ''"Tomo ni ikkou"''. Since 2002, he has released three albums: ''Hitman'' (2002), ''Diamond'' (2003), and ''The Force'' (2006). Dabo's lyrics are more hard-edged than most

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, or Japanese pop, and represent a tough Japanese street culture. He also appears as a

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in the Japanese version of '' Def Jam Vendetta''.

Music career

He became a member of ''Nitro Microphone Underground'' in 1997. In 1999 he released his first single, ''Mr. Fudatzkee''. In 2001, he was the first Japanese artist to be signed by

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. That same year, he made his major debut as a solo artist releasing ''Platinum Tongue,'' which reached number fifteen on the Japanese (Oricon) music charts. In addition to his solo works, Dabo racked up numerous credits collaborating with various artists. In addition to his solo works, he has amassed more than 60 credits working with various artists.Dabo, Japanese rapper videos - JapanSugoi - Everything Cool about Japan

Discography

References

External links

Def Jam Japan Artist Intro
{{Authority control Japanese rappers Living people 1975 births People from Noda, Chiba Singers from Chiba Prefecture Place of birth missing (living people)