Funk Carioca

Funk Carioca, born in the gritty favelas of Rio de Janeiro in the late 1980s, is like samba's cheeky cousin who discovered a synthesiser and thought, 'Why not?' It’s an exhilarating blend of hip-hop beats and Brazilian rhythms, often featuring lyrics that tackle everything from romance to social issues with a side of sass. Surprisingly popular in nightclubs and block parties, it’s proof that even dance music can have a political edge, whilst ensuring nobody leaves without a bit of a shimmy.