Sajad Abdi Toa

Emerging from Ardabil: Meet Sajad Abdi Toa, Iran’s 16-Year-Old Maestro of Melancholic Instrumental Hip-Hop

At just 16 years old, Sajad Abdi—professional stage name Sajad Abdi Toa—has cultivated a distinct voice in the instrumental hip-hop genre that belies his youth. Born on January 9, 2009, in Ardabil, Iran, he has swiftly transitioned from obscurity to becoming a recognized independent artist celebrated for his emotive, cinematic soundscapes .