Pakistan's breakthrough rapper Eva B has racked up millions of views online, but walking through the labyrinthine streets of her Karachi neighbourhood, she is anonymous. She finds it amusing to nod along to conversations in cafes or at friends' weddings when people talk about the latest track from Eva B. On rare occasions, she says people recognise her from her eyes, but Eva B always denies her stage identity. For Eva B, the hijab has always been a proud part of her Muslim identity – but it has also defined her image as a rapper. Eva B also speaks straightforwardly about the difficulties women face and the disparity in wealth in Pakistan, and even the sensitive issue of local corruption.

Source: The Star May 10, 2022 04:24 UTC