Raf

Bio

Raffaele Riefoli, known professionally as Raf, is an Italian pop singer and songwriter born on 29 September 1959 in Margherita di Savoia, Italy. He rose to prominence in the 1980s with his distinctive blend of Italian singer-songwriter traditions and Italo disco, achieving success both in Italy and internationally. Raf's career spans several decades, during which he has released numerous albums and singles, establishing himself as a significant figure in Italian pop music. His work is characterized by melodic compositions and introspective lyrics, reflecting the evolution of Italian popular music from the 1980s onward.