CHICO CARLITO is a Japanese rapper from Okinawa, acclaimed for his sharp lyricism, emotional depth, and ability to blend social commentary with introspective storytelling. Emerging from Japan's underground hip-hop scene, he gained national attention through the MC battle program Ultimate MC Battle (UMB) and has since released multiple solo works that showcase his versatility and poetic voice.

CHICO CARLITO collaborated with ONE OK ROCK on the 2025 track C.U.R.I.O.S.I.T.Y. from the album DETOX, joining forces with Paledusk. His guest verse brings a raw, rhythmic flow to the genre-crossing track, adding lyrical depth and a hip-hop edge to the band's experimental sound.