Tarrak expands on his ever-evolving sound with “Pigalugu” [Music Video]

Rapping in his native language of Kalaallisut, Greenlandic artist Tarrak (Josef Tarrak-Petrussen) is known for his storytelling abilities interwoven with anti-colonial political activism.

His songs are both conceptual and structured, often serving as love letters to his community told over a dramatic production—whether it be an orchestral arrangement or a dark trap instrumental.

Tarrak's newest single, "Pigalugu," begins with a simple piano hook that evolves into an easy groove. It rests flawlessly under his message of hope and community.

That community aspect is reflected in the music video shot by Emiilinnguaq Olsen, a fellow Greenlandic artist who captured a visual representation of the song, filled with collective joy and the ineffable beauty that lies in Greenland.

If you have yet to listen to any music from Greenland, this is a great place to start. Tarrak's stories, videos, and the importance he places on creating music in his native language are all reasons to get familiar with his work. There are many things to listen for, even if you don't speak Kalaallisut, and maybe you'll even learn a thing or two.