Nay Win is a prominent figure in Myanmar’s hip hop landscape, celebrated for his versatile talents as a rapper, singer, and songwriter. With a career marked by innovation and cultural influence, Nay Win has earned the playful moniker of the “Godfather of Myanmar Hip Hop,” a nod to his entrepreneurial venture OMG (Oh My Godfather) in the fashion industry.
His solo career gained substantial momentum with the release of “Swe Myo Par Mae” on December 1, 2018. This debut solo album quickly ascended to the top of the charts, becoming one of the best-selling albums of the year. Filled with Nay Win’s distinctive style and addressing a spectrum of youth-centric issues, the album resonated deeply with audiences, solidifying his status as a leading force in Burmese music.
Nay Win’s collaborative spirit and creative vision shine through projects like the animated music video “Nga Yee Zar Ka Po Mite Tal” (My girlfriend is better than yours), released in April 2019. Featuring a collaboration with fellow artists Sai Sai Kham Leng, Phyo Lay, Bunny Phyoe, and others, the video swiftly became a viral sensation, praised for its innovative animation and infectious beats.
From his early days contributing to group albums like “Hip Hop Vibration Pya Htan Chat” to his successful solo ventures, Nay Win continues to push artistic boundaries and inspire a new generation of hip hop enthusiasts in Myanmar and beyond.
