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Anfa Rose is an Australian singer, rapper, and songwriter known for his genre-blending style that fuses R&B, hip-hop, and melodic trap.

Anfa Rose was born and raised in Sydney, New South Wales. Of North African descent, he grew up in a culturally diverse environment that would later influence his musical identity. Details about his early life and education remain relatively private, though it's rumoured he began experimenting with music in his teenage years.^[1].

Anfa Rose began releasing music on SoundCloud in the mid-2010s, steadily building an underground following through his distinct blend of R&B and hip-hop. His breakthrough came in 2017 with the single I'm Good, which received both critical underground acclaim and commercial attention. In 2018, he collaborated with fellow Australian artist Manu Crooks on the track Fuego^[2], which achieved Gold certification and gained widespread radio play on national stations including Triple J and The Edge 96.1. Building on this momentum, Rose released multiple singles and an EP throughout 2018, culminating in the announcement of his debut album and the release of its lead single, Interiors.

In 2019, Anfa Rose announced a label partnership with EMPIRE, becoming the first Australian artists to partner with the independent U.S.-based distributor. The deal marked a significant milestone, highlighting Rose’s ability to build a successful independent career and platform while opening doors for other Australian artists to reach international audiences without traditional major label support. Shortly after announcing the partnership, Anfa Rose released his debut album Mermaids, which was met with both critical acclaim and commercial success—an impressive feat for an independent release. The album showcased Rose’s evolution as an artist, blending introspective lyricism with polished production, and further solidified his reputation as a leading figure in Australia’s emerging R&B and hip-hop scene. Mermaids received praise for its cohesive sound and genre versatility, and contributed to Rose’s growing international profile^[3].

In the years following the release of Mermaids, Anfa Rose maintained a relatively low profile, stepping back from public life and the music scene. Aside from releasing a bonus track tied to Mermaids^[4] and a handful of sporadic singles, he remained largely inactive, leading to speculation among fans about his hiatus and creative direction.

In 2022, Anfa Rose reemerged with the announcement of a new EP Hot Minute, debuting its lead single in collaboration with Australian drill group ONEFOUR^[5]. While the track received mixed reactions upon release, it further cemented Rose’s presence as a key figure in Australia’s evolving music landscape, recognized for bridging genres and collaborating across scenes. The single has since amassed millions of views, reflecting its lasting impact despite early critiques. Rose followed up with three additional singles before the end of the year and hinted at the release of a new project expected sometime in 2023.

In mid-2023, Anfa Rose released REPLACE, the first single from his upcoming project, accompanied by a social media announcement revealing more details about the release. He stated that the project would mark his final release under the EMPIRE partnership, signalling the end of a pivotal chapter in his career. Rose also shared insights into the sonic direction of the record, noting a strong return to R&B influences and citing artists such as The-Dream and Ginuwine as key inspirations during its creation.

On August 25, 2023, Anfa Rose released DIE ON MY CHEST^[6], a project that featured the standout single “Body Language.” The release showcased production from acclaimed producers Bass Charity and DOPAM!NE, further elevating its sonic quality and reception. The project marked a continued evolution of Rose’s R&B-focused sound and reinforced his reputation for working with high-caliber collaborators^[7]

Other notable collaborators include Grammy-nominated producer Khaled Rohaim, Grammy-winning producer collective Bass Charity (4x). Anfa Rose has also performed at major festivals and venues across Australia, including the internationally renowned Splendour in the Grass and Rolling Loud Australia.