Jackie B. Ofori-Attah (born September 8, 1996) who is professionally known as Pillz, is a LiberianGhanaianrapper and recording artist known for her socially conscious music addressing marginalized communities in Liberia, particularly the zogos, disadvantaged street youth often stigmatized in Liberian society. Her work has received international and has been profiled by the BBC World Service.
Pillz emerged in Liberia's urban music scene in the mid-2010s, blending hip-hop, reggae, and dancehall influences. In 2017, she was profiled by AllAfrica.com in an article that described her music as focused on advocacy for neglected and destitute people in Liberian society, particularly individuals commonly referred to as "zogos'.[1]
In January 2018, AllAfrica.com listed Pillz among Liberian artists to look out for, highlighting her growing presence in the country's music industry and her advocacy-driven lyrical content.[2]
She was also featured in HipHop African's coverage of a video showcasing eight female Liberian emcees, placing her among prominent women artists in Liberia's hip-hop scene.[3]
BBC coverage
Pillz was featured in a BBC World Service Assignment report titled "The Zogos of Liberia," which examined Liberia's underclass, specifically zogos, and referenced her song "Zogo" as part of broader commentary on the group's social marginalization and stigmatization. Pillz was quoted advocating rehabilitation rather than imprisonment for zogos.[4][5]
Pillz's work frequently addresses themes of social inequality, youth marginalization, and urban life in post-warLiberia. Her music has been noted in media coverage for engaging with issues affecting disadvantaged and excluded communities, drawing attention to the lived experiences of Liberia's underclass through both lyrics and public commentary.[1]
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