Mohammed Fasil, (born 30 May 1991), known professionally as Dabzee, is an Indian rapper, singer and songwriter from Kerala. He is well known for his film debut as a rapper with the song "Manavaalan Thug" from the movie Thallumaala [1].
Personal life
Fasil was born in Malappuram, Kerala.[2] Following his marriage, he relocated to the United Arab Emirates where he initially pursued work in a conventional job. However, his passion for music led him to quit his job and started his focus towards rapping and music making.[3]
Career
2020: Manushyar
Fazil started his music career in 2020 with his first successful single MANUSHYAN with Manushyar.[4] The group "Manushyar" consists of Dabzee, M.H.R, Joker390P, SA Rapper.[5]
In 2021, they released Oora's music video which portrayed support towards the farmers and their protests, the release was significantly known for its message [6].
In 2023, they released Malabari Banger which rose to charts, grossing Top 4 in the iTunes Dance Charts, and with over millions of streams.[7][8]
2022 - present
In 2022, he released his first independent Kannada-Malayalam track "Bharaverse" along with Moeha, and V3K.[9]
In the same year, he made his film debut as a rapper with the song "Manavaalan Thug" which appeared in the Malayalam film "Thallumaala" starring Tovino Thomas.[10] The track got significantly popular, featuring on Top 40 Asian Music Chart in Official Charts, and grossing over 100 million streams.[11] He initially revealed that "Manavaalan Thug" was first a track intended for his independent album.[12]
On 11 December 2022, he was invited to perform at the Spotify's 91 Rap Live event which was held at Jio Conventional Centre, Mumbai. The event featured 20 hip-hop rappers, singers, and music producers.[13]
In 2023, he contributed rap vocals and lyrics to the song "Kotha Raja" for the Malayalam film King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salman.[14] The song was composed, arranged and produced by Jakes Bejoy, featuring Asal Kolaar, Roll Rida and Mu.Ri.[15] The track was featured in Top 20 rank in Soundtracks Charts by Apple Music.[16]
The same year, He released "La Vida" with KSHMR along with Vedan. The track was signed to Mass Appeal Records.[17][18]
He wrote and composed the promotional song "Olam Up" for the film Sulaikha Manzil which was released on 21 April 2023.[19][20]
He was featured in the track "Sambar" which featured the Malayalam Industry's popular hip-hop artists ThirumaLi, FEJO, and Thudwiser. The track was grossing No.1 in UAE YouTube Top 10 Music Charts for a week, with over 6 million+. The track was signed to Mass Appeal India as well.[21][22]
He wrote and sang a promo song titled "Mada Trance" for the movie Pulimada, which was released on 26 October 2023.[23]
In 2024, he began his international tour, starting in Europe. He sung the song "Illuminati" from the Malayalam movie 'Aavesham' starring Fahadh Faasil. The song was composed by Sushin Shyam.
Discography
Controversy
In May 2025, Dabzee and three of his friends were arrested on a Friday night in connection with a dispute over a financial transaction. They were later released on station bailTemplate:Efn.
Notes
References
- ↑ റീലുകളിൽ നിറയുന്ന 'മണവാളന് തഗ്ഗ്'; മലബാറി വൈബ് ഉള്ള തല്ലുമാലപ്പാട്ടിന്റെ ഹിറ്റ് കഥ!. www.manoramaonline.com. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ 'Oora' music video: Manushyar's latest single speaks for the under-represented workers of society, Nair, Likhitha P.. The New Indian Express(2021-01-30). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ INTERVIEW | 'Manavaalan Thug' was meant for my album: Indie artist Dabzee, Service, Express News. The New Indian Express(2023-09-15). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ When did Dabzee start making music?. Genius. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ 'Oora' music video: Manushyar's latest single speaks for the under-represented workers of society, Nair, Likhitha P.. The New Indian Express(2021-01-30). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ 'Oora' music video: Manushyar's latest single speaks for the under-represented workers of society, Nair, Likhitha P.. The New Indian Express(2021-01-30). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Listen To A New Homegrown Single That Blends Malabari Motifs With Modern Hip-Hop, Kader, Fathima Abdul. Homegrown(2023-10-09). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Malabari Banger. www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Hear Moeha, Dabzee and V3K's Enriching Kannada/Malayalam Trap Song 'Bharavase', Tagat, Anurag. Rolling Stone India(2022-02-18). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Thallumaala | Song - Manavaalan Thug | Malayalam Video Songs - Times of India. The Times of India. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Manavaalan Thug Charts. Official Charts.
- ↑ INTERVIEW | 'Manavaalan Thug' was meant for my album: Indie artist Dabzee, Service, Express News. The New Indian Express(2023-09-15). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Mumbai hosts Spotify's 'Rap 91' music fest. The Hindu(2022-12-10). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ 'Kotha Raja' track from Dulquer Salmaan's 'King Of Kotha' out!. The Times of India(2023-08-27). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Kotha Raja song from King of Kotha out, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2023-08-26). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Kotha Raja. Chartoo. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ KSHMR - Inspiring a Generation with Melodies and Meaning, Hirwani, Peony. Rolling Stone India(2023-11-24). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Who wrote "La Vida" by KSHMR, Dabzee & Vedan?. Genius. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ സുലൈഖ മൻസിലിന്റെ വിജയാഘോഷങ്ങൾക്ക് മാറ്റു കൂട്ടാൻ "ഓളം UP" പ്രോമോ സോങ്. Mathrubhumi(2023-04-24). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ സുലൈഖ മൻസിലിന്റെ വിജയാഘോഷങ്ങൾക്കു തകർപ്പൻ താളം; പ്രമോ സോങ് ഏറ്റെടുത്ത് പ്രേക്ഷകർ. www.manoramaonline.com. Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Breaking: Malayali Rap Icons Thirumali, Dabzee, Fejo & Thudwiser Release Huge New Single 'Sambar' With Def Jam Recordings India - Culture Haze(2023-11-30). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Def Jam India unleashes 'Sambar'- ThirumaLi, Fejo, Dabzee & Thudwiser set the trap scene ablaze! – MusiCulture(2023-11-30). Retrieved 2024-03-21.
- ↑ Promo song of Pulimada, Mada Trance, is out, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2023-10-27). Retrieved 2024-03-21.