Chanarah

Seattle artist, Chanarah Caupain (formerly known as ZELLi), is a walking, talking mic drop. In sparkling, quick-witted verses, she ensures she has the final word, the last laugh. In alluring, charming videos, she absorbs all attention. She is a signal of a stellar track’s climax. She wields, she punctuates. The Emerald City lyricist, progeny of local hip-hop royalty Silver Shadow D and former Sir Mix A Lot dancer mom, is balletic in her bars, maneuvering nimbly between fireball breaths and farewell kisses. Experiencing her sonic space is like entering a versatile studio where limber bodies leap through air, speakers magnify bombastic sound and paint of all colors splatters with glorious intention. Praised in Seattle for singles like the sultry, wry “Thotfull” and unflinchingly bold “Solid,” the multitalented Caupain plays the roles of front woman, producer and songwriter as well as actress, model and adored personality for the popular digital company Cut.com. She is magnetic and unafraid of the consequence because she has the final word.