Vinícius Almeida—known artistically as Vinicín—is an 18-year-old rapper and singer from the Pavão (PPG) favela in Rio de Janeiro’s southern zone, whose formative years in the maze-like streets and beaches of the zona sul shaped his resilient and streetwise lyrical voice. He began writing rhymes in childhood and officially entered the music scene in 2020 with his debut single “Tomec.” He followed up with “Bag 1,” produced by Maurin, then “212,” before capturing wider listener attention with “Te Vi de Legging,” all of which established his signature blend of raw authenticity and rhythmic flair. Over the next few years, he continued to evolve his craft through singles such as "Bandida" (2021), "Malandrex" (2023), "Eu Até Tentei" (2024), and "Tá Paz" (2024). In 2025, he featured on the hit single "Veterano" alongside Lipinho Oficial, Surfista, and Ryuchi.
