Ataf Khawaja is a popular Danish rap artist, of Pakistani origin. He has had success in Denmark with the song "Det er For Sent Nu",
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Ataf is involved in a youth hip-hop program in Tingbjerg, Denmark, which encourages immigrant teenagers in express themselves through music. Once a month, Ataf goes to read the students' lyrics and offer his opinion. The few ground rules for the kids to follow when writing their rhymes illustrate his current outlook: no "gangster" lyrics, and lyrics should be written in Danish.
When asked about his involvement in the program, Ataf said, "I want to show immigrant kids I'm evidence that you can make it happen. You don't have to be a cab driver...(or) a pizza delivery boy." His music has common themes about making the world a better, more accepting place.[1]
He had a rough childhood, where his father beat his mother, which is reflected in another song called "Sommerfugl" where he refers to his mother staying home waiting for the father to come home and beat her.
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