French-Congolese rapper Tiakola has gained international attention with the global release of his album WpointM, which debuted with 13.2 million Spotify streams in three days, marking his strongest launch to date. The album, inspired by his African roots, features collaborations with Rema and Theodora, and includes tracks like 'Caméléon' and 'Cœur de Pirate,' sparking discussion around personal references and artistic authenticity. Tiakola has also chosen to bypass YouTube for new releases, opting for alternative platforms to maintain creative control.