alyona alyona (real name — Aliona Olehivna Savranenko, born 14 June 1991, Kapytanivka, Kirovohrad Oblast, Ukraine) is a Ukrainian rap artist and songwriter, a leading representative of the new wave of Ukrainian-language hip hop. In just a few years she has gone from a kindergarten teacher to one of the most prominent music figures in Eastern Europe, thanks to her unique style, sincerity and instantly recognizable delivery.
Early years and education
Aliona grew up in an ordinary Ukrainian family, where creativity manifested itself through everyday hobbies: drawing, writing lines of verse, and taking part in school sketches and performances. As a teenager, she began writing her first rhymes and trying out rap, without thinking of it as anything serious.
After finishing school, she enrolled in a pedagogical college and qualified as a preschool teacher. She worked in her profession for some time in Baryshivka and later in Dernivka in the Kyiv region.
Despite not having a formal musical education, Aliona kept writing poetry, uploading tracks to the internet and recording home-made hip hop tracks. These early works became the foundation of her future professional career.
The beginning of her musical path
Her first public experiments in rap took place at an amateur level: rap battles in the yard, recordings for friends, and small “home-made” videos.
The real breakthrough came when she decided to release a video for the track “Рибки” (“Rybky”). Its directness, sense of humor, authentic aesthetics of everyday Ukrainian village life and powerful flow immediately drew attention.
After the viral success of the track, Aliona finally decided to move from teaching to music. She quit her job at the kindergarten and fully immersed herself in creativity and work on her debut album.
Breakthrough: the album “Пушка”
In 2019 her debut album “Пушка” was released, effectively opening a new chapter in Ukrainian hip hop culture.
Key features of the release:
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use of contemporary hip hop sound combined with Ukrainian lyrics;
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lyrics without glamour or posing — honest, direct and grounded in real life;
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body positivity, self-irony and social themes;
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strong delivery and expressive diction;
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a visual style in the videos that highlights Ukrainian identity without slipping into clichés.
The album was highly praised by both listeners and critics, while the videos gained wide popularity online and helped her build a loyal fan base.
Career development and influence
After her successful debut, alyona alyona began actively touring, performing at festivals and collaborating with European artists. She became a key symbol of the new Ukrainian rap scene, breaking stereotypes of what an artist in this genre “should” look and sound like.
Several core directions can be traced in her work:
Identity and language
She focuses on the Ukrainian language, showing that rap and contemporary pop culture can organically exist within a national tradition.
Social themes
Her lyrics often touch on:
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self-acceptance,
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inner fears and overcoming them,
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problems faced by young people,
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everyday and economic realities of life in Ukraine.
Self-irony and energy
The style of alyona alyona combines a heavy, driving flow, high speed and a characteristic sense of humor.
The album “GALAS” and later projects
Her second major album, “GALAS”, showcased her growth as a songwriter and the expansion of her themes. The tracks feature more complex arrangements, electronic elements, experimental flows and guest artists.
Aliona actively collaborates with Ukrainian and European musicians, takes part in international showcase festivals and projects aimed at supporting Ukrainian culture.
Public role and impact on culture
alyona alyona plays a notable role not only in music, but also in shaping the contemporary image of Ukrainian culture:
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she actively supports social initiatives;
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conducts workshops for teenagers;
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takes part in media projects promoting the Ukrainian language;
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has become one of the musical symbols of Ukraine after 2022, performing on international stages.
Eurovision 2024
In 2024 alyona alyona, together with Jerry Heil, represents Ukraine at Eurovision 2024 with the song “Teresa & Maria”.
The track combines:
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ethnic motifs,
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a powerful rap delivery,
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female strength and symbolism,
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contemporary Ukrainian music aesthetics.
Their participation in the contest finally cemented her status as an internationally recognized artist.
Style and performance traits
Distinctive features of alyona alyona’s style include:
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a low, powerful vocal tone;
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a fast, dense flow;
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a blend of serious topics with light self-irony;
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video aesthetics that reflect everyday Ukrainian life;
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emotional honesty in both lyrics and image.
She strives to break stereotypes about appearance, the role of women in hip hop and the place of national identity in modern music.
Discography
Studio albums
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2019 — “Пушка”
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2021 — “GALAS”
EPs
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2019 — “В хаті МА”
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2022 — “Dai Boh” (with Jerry Heil)
Selected singles
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“Рибки”
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“Пушка”
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“Залишаю свій дім”
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“Світ потребує краси”
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“Тереза і Марія” (with Jerry Heil)
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“Голови”
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“Шкода”
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“Охрана, отмєна” (cover version)
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“Хочу”
Significance
alyona alyona is widely regarded as one of the key figures of the Ukrainian musical renaissance. She has proved that Ukrainian-language rap can be modern, global, competitive and deeply sincere. Her journey from kindergarten teacher to international artist has become an important cultural symbol and an inspiring example for young musicians.
She continues to develop the genre, experiment with form and represent Ukrainian music on the global stage.
