CHEPIKK (real name — Ekaterina Chepik) is a Russian singer, songwriter, producer, and performer in the genre of modern pop music. She was born on October 11, 1990, in Minsk (Belarus). With her bright emotional vocals, personal lyrics, and recognizable style, CHEPIKK has become one of the most notable names on the new Russian music scene of the 2020s.
Early Life and Beginnings
Before entering the music industry, Ekaterina worked in various creative and business fields: as a real estate agent, makeup artist, stylist, and producer. In 2018, after moving to Sochi, she began to study vocals professionally. Her first public performance at a local competition became a turning point — CHEPIKK realized that the stage was her true calling.
Music Career
Performing under the stage name CHEPIKK, the artist writes her own lyrics and music. Her work combines sensuality and strength, drama and contemporary pop sound. A real breakthrough came in 2022 with the single “So Mnoy Tak Nelzya” (“You Can’t Treat Me Like This”), which went viral on TikTok and gained radio airplay, opening the door to a wide audience.
Since then, CHEPIKK has been actively developing her career: releasing several singles a year, filming music videos, and touring. In 2023, she began her first major concerts, and in 2025 she held her debut solo show — “Skandal” — confirming her status as an independent and distinctive artist.
Discography
Singles
- 2019: “Chernika” (“Blueberry”)
- 2020: “Pod Odyialom” (“Under the Blanket”), “Razrezay Menya” (“Cut Me Open”), “Bolela Golova” (“Headache”)
- 2021: “Ya Tak Lyublyu” (“I Love So Much”), “BOSS”, “Strelyai” (“Shoot”), “Bely Mercedes” (“White Mercedes”)
- 2022: “So Mnoy Tak Nelzya” (“You Can’t Treat Me Like This”), “Letai” (“Fly”), “Na Koy Ty Mne” (“Why Do I Need You”), “Ne Otdavai Menya” (“Don’t Give Me Away”), “Skandal”
- 2023: “Plennaya” (“Captive”), “Vse Yeshchyo Lyublyu” (“Still Love”), “Sigareta” (“Cigarette”), “Chyornaya Volga” (“Black Volga”), “Tanets Potseluev” (“Dance of Kisses”), “Guby v Guby” (“Lips to Lips”), “Lyubol”, “Defitsit Lyubvi” (“Love Deficit”), “Zakolduyu” (“I’ll Enchant You”)
- 2024: “Seryozhki” (“Earrings”), “Na Kovre Samolyote” (“On a Flying Carpet”), “O Mama” (“Oh Mama”), “Krylyshki” (“Little Wings”)
- 2025: “Mig” (“Moment”), “Zhenat” (“Married”), “Ne Lyubi Menya” (“Don’t Love Me”)
Videography
Her music videos are released on official YouTube and TikTok channels, notable for their emotional direction and cohesive aesthetics. Among the most popular: “Pod Odyialom”, “Strelyai”, “So Mnoy Tak Nelzya”, “Chyornaya Volga”, “Ne Lyubi Menya”, and “Zhenat”.
Awards and Achievements
- 2023: Winner in the “MuzRaskrutka” category on the “Muz-TV” channel for the track “So Mnoy Tak Nelzya”
- 2025: Fashion People Awards — “Breakthrough of the Year”
- Streaming: Leading singles gained over 1 million streams:
“Ne Lyubi Menya” — 1.9M, “Krylyshki” — 1.05M, “So Mnoy Tak Nelzya” — 0.97M
Style and Concept
- Genre: Modern pop with elements of dance-pop and deep pop
- Themes: Relationships, personal experiences, feminine strength and vulnerability, love, and self-worth
- Sound: Expressive vocals, cinematic melodies, emotional lyrics, dance and R’n’B arrangements
- Image: A stylish and sincere performer combining elegance with authenticity; her visuals serve as an extension of her musical message
Interesting Facts
- CHEPIKK often develops her own concepts for music videos and stage looks.
- She maintains close communication with her fan community via Instagram, Telegram, and TikTok.
- Her songs regularly chart on Russian streaming platforms and trend in TikTok challenges.
Current Activities
In 2025, CHEPIKK continues releasing new singles, performing at festivals, and expanding her touring geography. The artist actively develops her project “Skandal”, blending music, visual art, and storytelling to form a strong personal brand on the pop scene.
Conclusion
CHEPIKK is a representative of the new wave of emotional Russian pop. Her sincere lyrics, powerful vocals, and artistry make her one of the most promising singers of the 2020s. CHEPIKK’s music is a story about feelings, strength, and the freedom to be yourself.
