Born in São Paulo and now based in Halifax, Warlet is a singer, rapper, producer and championship-level beatboxer who describes her sound as “raw and punchy”. Her latest project, the Halloween-themed EP DEAD7Y drops on 23 October, just a day before she takes the stage at LOUD WOMEN Fest in Halifax. The release gives her a chance to explore the seven deadly sins through stark, transparent lyrics, while the festival appearance puts her at the centre of a growing Canadian hip-hop scene that still leans heavily male.
From Brazil to Nova Scotia: carving a niche in a male-dominated genre
Warlet explains that the local music circuit is vibrant, yet the styles she works in—hip-hop, R&B and Latin rhythms—are overwhelmingly controlled by men. She often arrives early to venues, watches audiences greet the male MCs, and then notices a sudden shift of attention after her set, as if people are surprised to learn she isn’t “someone’s girlfriend”. This bias, she says, fuels her determination to be a visible example that women can dominate any genre. Gender-based assumptions become a recurring obstacle, but they also inspire her to push back with louder, more unapologetic performances.
Breaking myths: the grind behind the glamour
One industry myth Warlet would love to see erased is the notion of a seamless, pre-ordained path to success. She stresses that most celebrated artists hide the countless rejections, part-time retail jobs, and videos that never attract a single like. Her own track “(don’t) love” samples J. Cole’s “No Role Modelz” and flips its hook to illustrate a “situationship” with an emotionally unavailable partner: “don’t love him, he don’t wanna be loved.” The line has resonated with many listeners, turning a personal anecdote into a broader commentary on modern relationships.
Lyrics born from unexpected places
Warlet’s songwriting often sprouts from everyday moments. A joke with her boyfriend—exaggerating “You hate me dearly” after a minor dispute—became the title of the track “hAte yoU dEarly”. Another verse referencing a Spencer’s retail item, the Clone-A-Willy kit, morphed into the line “Told bitches to get off my dick, they want Clone-A-Willy.” These snippets showcase how the artist mines mundane experiences for vivid, sometimes shocking, lyrical content.
Balancing multiple jobs, beatboxing titles and digital growth
As an immigrant, Warlet frequently juggles three to five jobs to cover expenses, a reality that fuels both her lyrical perspective and her relentless work ethic. Her beatboxing résumé includes two consecutive top-eight finishes at the Brazilian national championships and the 2021 Female Latin American Champion title. On the performance front, she has appeared at Nova Scotia Music Week and now shares the bill with acts like Alanna Matty and Amygdala Hijack at LOUD WOMEN Fest. In the digital arena, she has cultivated nearly 13 000 followers in a matter of weeks, a testament to her disciplined approach to online engagement.
Dreams of collaboration and what’s next
Warlet’s wish list reads like a who’s-who of global urban music: Bad Bunny, Drake, ROSALÍA, Rico Nasty, The Kid LAROI and Don Toliver. While those partnerships remain on the horizon, her immediate schedule is packed. After DEAD7Y drops on 23 October, she will perform at LOUD WOMEN Fest on 24 October at the Seahorse Tavern. Then, on 6 November, she is hosting “Haliween: A Rap Halloween Party”, a combined release celebration and live show. Fans can follow her on social platforms to stay up-to-date with ticket links and new music drops.
