In "Neeye Oli", the various cultures that represent Toronto have created a vibrant atmosphere to highlight the Tamil diaspora. Following the momentum of his previous release, “Savage,” Shan holds nothing back, preparing fans for the release of his forthcoming album titled Made In Jaffna.įlaunt caught up with Shan via FaceTime to discuss his roots in Toronto, how “Neeye Oli” celebrates both Toronto and his Tamil origin, the song being featured in the film Sarpatta, how music and fashion go hand in hand, his avant-garde fashion sense, what to expect from his forthcoming project, goals, and more! Now, Shan returns with his most explosive single yet: “Neeye Oli” produced by Santhosh Narayanan and featuring Navz-47. Fusing the realms of East and West, Shan got his start in various rap groups before unleashing his critically-acclaimed debut album titled Saviors in 2016. When it comes to his sound, Shan is heavily influenced by American hip-hop, particularly groups like Outkast, De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest, along with the greats such as Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, Biggie, and Jay Z. Predominantly I rap, that’s the nucleus of what I do. In describing himself, Shan says he’s an “artist, world creator, and visionary. Now based in Toronto, the rising star channels his Tamil origin and culture into his art and continues to be a voice within the South Asian community. Born in Sri Lanka but having to flee the country due to the civil war, Shan and his family found solace in their new home: Canada.
Shan Vincent de Paul is an international superstar, and he’s here to spread his good energy and good music for audiences all around the world.