Warner Chappell Music has signed Fat Papi and Prodshushy to worldwide publishing deals as it continues to expand its global roster.
A Kurdish rapper, singer, and songwriter raised in Aotearoa, New Zealand, Fat Papi teamed with New Zealand producer Prodshushy on their global breakthrough single Freaked Out, which charted in the US and on the Spotify Global Top 100, and has generated one hundred million streams to date.
The two publishing agreements encompass Fat Papi and Prodshushy's entire catalogue and future works.
“I’m incredibly excited to officially welcome Fat Papi and Prodshushy to our global roster of songwriters and producers at Warner Chappell," said Dan Rosen, president of Warner Chappell Music Australasia. "Their song Freaked Out is already hitting Global Charts and winning fans around the world, and we look forward to building on this momentum to support their long-term global careers.”
Fat Papi and Prodshushy bring a level of originality that’s impossible to ignore
John Halstead, Warner Chappell Music Australia
John Halstead, senior A&R manager at Warner Chappell Music Australia, said: “Fat Papi and Prodshushy bring a level of originality that’s impossible to ignore. Freaked Out is a huge moment, but it’s their vision for what comes next that really excites me. Proud to welcome them to Warner Chappell and back them for the long haul.”
On signing with the publisher, Fat Papi said: "I’m excited to join Warner Chappell Music, home to so many legends and icons. I’m also really proud to represent both my Kurdish and New Zealand people with my music on the international stage."
Prodshushy added: “It's a privilege and an honour to be represented by Warner Chappell Music for publishing. I’m looking forward to working with the team and building connections with their fantastic roster of writers."
