Marika (singer)

Marika
Marika performing at the 20th Woodstock Festival Poland, 2014
Background information
Also known asMarika, Lady Marika
Born
Marta Kosakowska

(1980-12-14) 14 December 1980
Białystok, Poland
GenresAvant-pop, electronic, reggae, dancehall, soul, funk
OccupationsSinger, songwriter, radio DJ
Years active2002–present
LabelsEMI Music Poland, Karrot Kommando, Warner Music Poland
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Marika (born Marta Kosakowska on 14 December 1980) is a Polish vocalist, songwriter and radio DJ. Currently performing avant-pop, she was previously known for her Caribbean-inspired repertoire which incorporated reggae, dancehall, as well as funk and soul music. She was hailed "the First Lady of Polish dancehall" and was noted for energetic shows and conscious lyrics. She also had a short-lived but successful career as a prime time TV host in Poland.