Ernia

Ernia, stage name of Matteo Professione, is an Italian rapper and singer-songwriter from Milan who emerged from the city's freestyle and jam scene as a teenager. He crossed paths early on with fellow rapper Tedua and later formed the group Troupe D'Elite alongside Ghali, releasing an EP and an album before pursuing a solo career.

Ernia's solo work blends Italian rap with melodic hooks, trap production and R&B-tinged vocals, positioning him among the artists who helped push Italian hip-hop toward a more pop-accessible sound in the streaming era. His music often pairs introspective or autobiographical lyrics with polished, radio-friendly production, and tracks like «Superclassico», «Bella» and «Neve» became staples of contemporary Italian rap playlists. {} Since going solo, Ernia has built a steady catalog of albums and singles that consistently chart in Italy, collaborating with other prominent figures in the Italian urban and trap scene. His trajectory — from Milan's underground freestyle circles to mainstream chart success — reflects the broader evolution of Italian rap over the past decade, and he remains one of the recognizable voices of that generation.