born William Grigahcine
DJ Snake is a French-Algerian DJ and producer who earned global recognition with co-writing Lil Jon's "Turn Down for What" and his own massive single "Lean On" with Major Lazer and MØ, one of the most-streamed songs of the 2010s. He is known for blending North African musical heritage with contemporary club sounds, creating a distinctive hybrid that resonates across cultural boundaries. His Parisian roots and interest in global sounds have made him one of the most distinctive voices in mainstream electronic music.
Based in Paris