10 Questions with Chico Loco 40

In this week’s 10 Questions we get to know Chico Loco 40, a drill artist from Morocco.

Their song ‘ANTI SYSTEM‘ is currently featured on the NAS Spotify playlists

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1. Tell us a little about where you are from.

I’m from Morocco. I’m currently focused on releasing new music, building my audience independently, and working on visuals and collaborations to expand my sound internationally.

2. What inspired Chico Loco 40 to start playing and making music?

Music became my way to express things I couldn’t say in real life. I grew up surrounded by street culture, pressure, and real situations that shaped my mindset. Making music helped me release emotions, tell my story honestly, and turn personal struggles into something meaningful that others could relate to.

I grew up surrounded by street culture, pressure, and real situations that shaped my mindset.

3. Who are Chico Loco 40’s biggest musical influences?

My influences come from rap, trap, and Latin sounds. I’d describe my style as raw, emotional, and cinematic, blending street energy with a dark, atmospheric vibe.

4. What are your goals in the music industry or as an artist?

My goal is to stay independent, reach an international audience, and build a strong artistic identity without following trends. I want my music to last, not just trend.

5. Tell us about your creative process

It usually starts with a feeling or a sentence. I focus on mood first, then lyrics, then flow. I like to keep things organic and let the track guide the direction.

It usually starts with a feeling or a sentence.

6. What is your all-time favorite song by another artist and why?

Changes” by 2Pac, because it speaks honestly about reality, struggle, and society, and it still feels relevant today.

7. What is the best advice you have either given or received in terms of music?

The best advice I received was to stay patient and consistent. Music is not a race. Building your sound, improving step by step, and staying true to yourself matters more than quick success or trends.

8. What is your proudest accomplishment?

My proudest accomplishment is releasing my music independently and seeing real listeners connect with it. Doing everything on my own taught me discipline, confidence, and how to grow without depending on major labels.

My proudest accomplishment is releasing my music independently and seeing real listeners connect with it.

9. What’s been your most embarrassing moment so far?

One embarrassing moment was recording a full track late at night, feeling proud of it, then realizing the next day that my microphone settings were wrong. It was frustrating, but it helped me improve my setup.

10. Tell us about your lowest and highest points in music so far.

My lowest point was doubting myself and feeling unheard. My highest point is now—seeing growth, support, and opportunities opening up through persistence.