Born Filippo Casadio, 18K is an Italian rapper from Brisighella, born on September 21, 1997. He began his music career under the stage name Dorop in 2017, releasing his first tracks on his YouTube channel, before releasing his first official single, “Ghost,” in 2019 . That same year, following the release of his debut album Moonkids, 18K collaborated with Leuros on “Paper Room.” His success on streaming platforms grew with the release of DICIOTTO in 2021 and, most notably, GROTTO (2022), which features the track “No Kizzy” with Kid Yugi. Hailing from the Italian underground rap scene, 18K showcases his pioneering style through a sound that blends experimental trap, cloud rap, hyperpop, and electronic textures. Signed to the EMI/Universal label, he released the album ANTI ANTI on November 28, 2024, along with a Doom Edition on the same day. In May 2026, the album IO followed, making a sensational debut at No. 3 on the Italian charts.
