ELSIR is a hip hop artist known for their raw and authentic approach to the genre. Born and raised in Imbaba DC, ELSIR grew up listening to legendary hip hop and pop, jazz, Arabic,Turkish blues acts like Jay Z, Biggie, Müslüm Gürses, Mohamed Mounir, Amr Diab, Bergen which inspired him to pursue a career in music. With a unique flow and a sharp lyrical style, ELSIR quickly made a name for himself on the local scene, performing at clubs and open mic nights across the city. His early mixtape Şimdi Or Never caught the attention of hip hop fans and critics alike, with many praising his skillful wordplay and honest storytelling.