Fez — Moroccan rapper ElGrande Toto has added a new achievement to his career as “7elmet Ado 7” entered two Billboard Arabia charts this week, reaffirming his place among the most influential hip hop artists in North Africa.
The track debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard Arabia Top 50 Hip Hop Songs chart in its first week. It also entered the Billboard Arabia Hot 100 at No. 43, signaling continued crossover appeal beyond the core rap audience.
At the same time, ElGrande Toto remains ranked No. 15 on the Billboard Arabia Artist 100, extending his uninterrupted presence on the chart to 106 consecutive weeks. He was also the first rapper to ever appear on the Artist 100, a milestone that marked a turning point for regional hip hop representation.
The “7elmet Ado” series began in 2016, at the start of ElGrande Toto’s career, as a deeply personal reflection of a young artist dreaming of success.
Each subsequent installment expanded that narrative, tracing his evolution from ambition to achievement, while reflecting changes in perspective, scale, and confidence.
In “7elmet Ado 7,” Toto revisits the concept from a position of established success, turning the series into a long-form chronicle of his artistic journey.
The track’s immediate chart performance highlights not only his loyal fanbase but also his continued relevance within a rapidly evolving regional music scene.
