Andrea Arrigoni, known professionally as Shiva, emerged from Legnano near Milan as one of Italy's most compelling voices in contemporary trap and hip hop. Born on 27 August 1999, he began rapping at a young age and was already making music as a teenager. His early break came through the self-produced track "Cotard Delusion," which led to his first project, Tempo Anima, in 2017. After gaining attention online, he was signed to the independent Rome-based label Honiro, setting the stage for a prolific career.
Shiva's discography spans a remarkable range of eras, from Solo in 2018 through Dolce vita in 2021, Milano Demons in 2022, Santana Season in 2023, and Milano Angels in 2024. His 2020 single "Auto blu," featuring Eiffel 65, brought him major mainstream visibility across Italy. His style blends hip hop and trap with pop-rap elements, creating a sound that resonates with a generation. He has also collaborated on projects like Santana Money Gang with Sfera Ebbasta. In November 2023, while in San Vittore, he became a father to his son Draco, born on 25 November 2023, marking a new chapter in his personal journey.