Full name: Andrey Kirillovich Kosolapov
Date of birth: January 6, 2002
Place of birth: Moscow, Russia
From childhood, Andrey showed interest in music. He attended music school and practiced sambo. He wrote his first composition at the age of 11, using pseudonyms such as Young Chaser, Nemo MC, MC Guy Fawkes. Over time, he changed his approach and style, choosing the name Macan — a symbol of the tiger, reflecting strength and independence.
He studied at the Faculty of Law at RANEPA, but music became the main direction of his life. He began publishing tracks on the Internet, attracting the attention of a young audience with his sincerity, emotionality, and a combination of melodic rap with personal lyrics.
Career and Achievements
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He debuted in 2019 with his first album "1000 km to a Dream", which established him as a new voice in Russian rap.
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In 2021, several notable works were released, including the album "2002+18".
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One breakthrough moment was the song "Stay as an Image," which gained wide recognition in the summer and entered the rankings of popular hits.
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In 2022 and 2023, Macan was recognized as "Artist of the Year" on VK Music; his album "12" became one of the most streamed on platforms.
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In 2024, the album "I AM" also received high ratings and success with the public.
Discography
Studio albums
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1000 km to a Dream (2019)
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2002+18 (2021)
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SOLO (2021)
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12 (2022)
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I AM (2024)
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Bratland (2025)
Selected singles
Here are some of the popular tracks that brought the artist recognition:
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"Laughing Gas"
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"Benz"
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"Cinema"
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"In Half"
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"Stay as an Image"
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As well as collaborations and singles that frequently appear in streaming service playlists
Interesting Facts
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Macan used several pseudonyms before settling on his final stage name.
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The name "Macan" is partly associated with a car model and the image of a strong, fast, independent creature — the tiger.
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In childhood, his parents tried to give him an education, but music school did not captivate him enough to stay there for long.
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In his youth, he had conflicts with school and discipline; his parents were once summoned to school, and Andrey often found himself in adventures — all of this is reflected in the atmosphere of his tracks.
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He combines personal lyrics, romantic themes, and topics of growing up, which makes his music close to young audiences.
