Cedry2k

Cedry2k, whose real name is Marius Stelian Crăciun, is a Romanian rapper born on April 19, 1980, in Bucharest. He began writing rap lyrics in 1997, at the age of 17, and his first official recording dates back to 1998, on the compilation "Marpha Hip-Hop 3."

He was a member of the independent label "Facem Records" and was part of the Armada group, alongside artists such as Doc, Deliric, Vlad Dobrescu, and others. In 2010, he founded the Haarp Cord group, initially with Tudor Sișu, Dragonu', and Pacha Man.

Throughout his career, he has released several albums, including "Alchimia Veninului" (The Alchemy of Venom, 2007), "Poezie Balistică" (Ballistic Poetry, 2009), "Cuvintecevindecă" (Words That Heal, 2010), "Clipa Schimbării" (The Moment of Change, 2012), and "Identitate" (Identity, 2012). After a two-year break, he returned in 2014 with the album "Sfinții Închisorilor" (The Saints of Prisons), followed by "România Furată" (Stolen Romania) in 2015, "Sângele din Tricolor" (EP with Jianu) in 2016, "Școala Veche" (Old School) in 2018, and his most recent album "Vremuri Ciudate" (Strange Times) released in 2022.

His musical style is notable for its profound subjects, complex lyrics, and special vocal timbre. The main themes of his music include the fight for justice, promotion of Romanian values, and Orthodox spirituality.

He continues to be an important presence in the Romanian hip-hop scene, being appreciated for his distinctive approach and the profound messages in his lyrics.