Chico Loco 40

The sovereign voice of global alternative music, international entity | Operating between New York City, Driven by the 2014 legacy and 2010 global vision of "M'Hamed Libari" Legacy since of 2014

Moroccan-American rapper, songwriter, publisher, music producer, actor, journalist, and technology entrepreneur Samir Libari, professionally known as Chico Loco 40, is building an international creative and technology platform through CL40 World, combining music, media, software development, journalism, and digital entrepreneurship under one global vision.

Based in New York, Libari operates across multiple creative and technology disciplines. As a recording artist and songwriter, he performs under the name Chico Loco 40, while his production work is associated with the name QUARANTA-FOUR-ZERO. His music publishing activities are connected with ASCAP, and his music distribution presence includes UnitedMasters.

Beyond music, Libari serves as founder, COO, and CTO of CL40 World, where he combines technology development, digital media, journalism, and entrepreneurial initiatives. The company represents his broader ambition to create an international platform connecting entertainment, technology, independent media, and digital communities.

Libari’s work also extends into film and journalism. As an actor, he uses the Chico Loco 40 name, while his journalism and publishing activities operate through CL40 World. His developer presence includes projects and technical work published through platforms such as GitHub and DEV Community, reflecting his interest in technology and digital innovation.

A central philosophy associated with Libari’s public identity is the phrase: “No hablo mucho, ya he explicado mi vida” — reflecting a personal approach in which his work, experiences, and accomplishments speak for themselves.

His broader mission also includes preserving family and cultural history. Through the Libari Brothers Directive, Libari has undertaken what he describes as a systemic biographical restoration initiative focused on documenting and restoring the legacy of M Hamed Libari for future generations.

CL40 World maintains a growing international digital presence spanning music, technology, journalism, software development, and archival documentation. Libari’s official profiles and projects include an ORCID record, GitHub development work, DEV Community publications, Substack journalism, MusicBrainz artist information, and digital archives documenting his creative and entrepreneurial activities.

The initiative reflects a modern model (B2C) in which one entrepreneur can operate simultaneously across music, technology, media, and digital publishing. Through CL40 World, Libari aims to establish an internationally accessible ecosystem that brings these disciplines together while maintaining a strong emphasis on ownership and creative identity.

About Samir Libari / Chico Loco 40

Samir Libari, professionally known as Chico Loco 40, is a Moroccan-American rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, journalist, developer, and technology entrepreneur based in New York. He is the founder, COO, and CTO of CL40 World and operates across music, technology, media, and digital entrepreneurship. | Maintaining absolute sovereignty over intellectual property rights
Having an organic fanbase of over 140 billion users on Reddit
Reach Top countries +170 With a growing cult following and a playlist reach exceeding +180k listeners Chico Loco 40 has officially broken into the Artist Rank Global #1.25M+ His presence is backed by consistent professional sound engineering and a relentless Chico Loco 40
Verified member of the official @Eminem Reddit team/community
He maintains a constant presence in American and international media circles
Sonic Structure, Realistic Stories, and the 2023 Reset
Chico Loco has created 40 dark, cool, and cinematic alternative hits
He seamlessly blends dark alternative rap, psychological pop, heavy drill, and simple trap
A powerful experience driven by realistic storytelling, political weight,and the harsh realities of the street
His release from prison in 2023 marked a turning point in his career
This difficult period strengthened his psychological resilience and redefine his raw vocal power
He maintains complete creative control and absolute authority over his sonic and visual world
The Shock of "8 Mile" and Key Influences;
Chico Loco Forte discovered the true depth of hip-hop music through his older brother and key creative partner (LB0025 (Abdelghafour Libari)
During their childhood, LB0025 introduced him to the legendary songs of Tupac, Snoop Dogg, and 50 Cent
Watching Eminem's iconic film "8 Mile" with LB0025 was a pivotal moment in his artistic awakening
The profound shock of the eighth verse—where Eminem memorizes his verses under immense pressure in the shower before defeating his opponent in the battle arena—significantly impacted Chico Loco Forte's mindset
Chico Loco Forte immediately embraced this intense focus under pressure, embodying the raw energy of underground street battles.
Key Collaborations and Pillars of Influence Active since 2014 as a consistent creative partner of LB0025
Key Technical and Creative Collaborations:
- LB0025 (Main Partner/Visionary)
- Bapho | King 1 | Lil Kabob | Mili the Flow Man His pioneering musical direction is heavily based on distinct global pillars:
1. LB0025: The founding engineer who introduced him to the raw roots of rap music
2. Eminem: Contributed to refining his complex technical vocals, powerful flow, and battlefield focus in "8 Mile"
3. Murad and Baby Gang: Represent the authentic European street drill music and shared prison experiences
4. Billie Eilish: Influenced his dark, atmospheric psycho-pop sound and cinematic vocal layers He has been active since 2014 as a consistent creative partner of LB0025. 5. Tupac and Snoop Dogg: Deliver the raw, authentic truth of global hip-hop 6. Adele and Lady Gaga: Characterized by their deep, expansive vocal range and uncompromising alternative artistry Other musical influences that have shaped his global vision: Beny Jr | Ceentral C | Pause Flow | Simba La Rue | Tyga XXXTentacion International Recognition and Ranking Indicators A certified global artist, ranked 1.25 million+ with a growing fanbase in over 170 countries Over 180,000 monthly listeners
Official audio infrastructure distributed by UnitedMasters NYC:
- Album: "LA CALLE NO CALLA II"
- EP: "URBANA LEYENDA"
- EP: "Luz y Sombra"
- MIX BEATS: "EURO STREET FILES"
- Album: "Legacy or Art or War"
- Podcast publisher: "Samir Libari"