Rouge

Born Deko Barbara-Jessica Wedi, Rouge is an artist with immense presence and has been solidifying her name over several years within the music industry. The multi-talented musician has consistently proven in more ways than one just how capable she is, and the potential she has to become a globally recognized superstar. The rapper, singer, and songwriter is a conduit of two cultures, embodying her identity as a South African with Congolese heritage. She is able to seamlessly draw from both ends, which in turn affords her the ability to tell stories that are unique and specific to her, but equally universal. Those who know the name Rouge know that she’s a powerhouse in African Hip Hop, a role she earned with her smooth flow and cadence. As a South African with Congolese heritage, Rouge becomes a conduit of these two cultures. She is able to seamlessly draw from both ends which in turn affords her the ability to tell stories that are curious in how they are unique and specific to her but equally universal. Her introductory offering saw her do this carefully, taking the listener on a journey of African Hip Hop burgeoned by her smooth flow and cadence.