Chibi Ichigo

Chibi Ichigo has challenged the Belgian music world from the get-go. By mixing up her mother tongue Russian with Dutch in her raps over electronic beats, she’s earned herself a spot as one of the biggest emerging talents in Belgium.

Born in Uzbekistan, raised in Belgium, and based in Brussels, CHIBI ICHIGO (Japanese for “small strawberry”) aka Sabina Nurijeva, is one of the most exciting emerging voices in the Belgian electronic and hip-hop scene. Blending Russian and Dutch lyrics with fearless production, she moves seamlessly between languages, genres, and emotions — crafting a sound that is both deeply personal and irresistibly danceable.

Following the success of her second album NA HALF 1, featuring collaborations with Umi Defoort (UM!), Sophie Straat, and Wieger Hoogendorp (Goldband), Chibi Ichigo is preparing for her next chapter. Early 2026 will see the release of a brand-new electronic project, introduced through a series of exclusive live shows. Expect music that’s intimate, boundless, and driven by raw emotion, songs that come straight from the gut and move both heart and body.

Having conquered stages at Rock Werchter, Pukkelpop, Dour, and Into The Great Wide Open, and after being hailed by De Morgen as the “DJ set of the day” at Best Kept Secret, Chibi Ichigo continues to evolve without compromise.

Her new project explores themes of family, friendship, and the fine line between healthy and toxic relationships — all wrapped in an unapologetic message of Safety in Self-Love: discovering stability within yourself in a world that never stops moving.

As part of the queer community, Chibi brings her art to the stage with authenticity, powerful beats, dancers, and heavy synths. What emerges is not just a performance, but a full-body experience — vibrant, personal, and impossible to ignore.

“Chibi Ichigo is a young Brussels artist with Russian-Flemish roots who writes and sings catchy songs in all the languages she knows. Dance beats with a hip-hop vibe, melancholic melodies mixed with upfront grrrl power — just try to catch her live!”
— Irene Rossi (Couleur Café)

Rewatch her performance at ESNS 2022 and discover an artist redefining what electronic pop can be: playful, emotional, and utterly unique.