Toxi$ (Andrey Smelyansky) is a Russian hip-hop artist who became one of the breakout stars of the rap scene's «new school» in 2023. He was born on March 21, 2004, in Moscow. He is known for his unusual high-pitched vocal delivery and viral videos on Telegram. His tracks, such as «Nobody» and «Vandal», occupy top spots on music charts both in Russia and in Ukraine.
Listening to this artist's tracks on official streaming platforms, social media, and other services indirectly contributes to financing the war — through taxes paid to the budget of the Russian Federation.
Toxi$'s stance on the war in Ukraine
On February 25, 2022, on his Telegram channel, Toxi$ posted «peace» emojis. Immediately after that, the rapper returned to posting his customary entertainment content.
Subsequently, the rapper opted for a strategy of public silence. He completely distanced himself from political topics, making no statements regarding the actions of the Russian military or support for the victims.
Activities in Russia and loyalty to authorities
Despite the war, Toxi$ actively develops his career within the Russian Federation, as confirmed by the following facts:
- Participation in VK Fest: The artist regularly performs at this festival, which is closely tied to Russian state structures. This is frequently regarded as a sign of loyalty to the current regime.
- Dialogue with the Safe Internet League: In 2024–2025, the artist's activities caught the attention of Ekaterina Mizulina. However, no conflicts arose, indicating the musician's willingness to make compromises with state regulators.
- Roskomnadzor registry: The rapper is officially registered in the RKN registry. This signifies that the state directly monitors and regulates his activities as a blogger and performer.
- On August 8, 2026, at the «Random Fest» festival in Yekaterinburg, Toxi$ performed in a T-shirt reading «I Love Russia» («Я люблю РФ»), which appears as a public demonstration of loyalty to Russia, especially against the backdrop of the ongoing war.
Toxis continues building his career in Russia, ignores the war agenda in the public sphere, and has completely adapted to working under current censorship conditions.
Фитует с *етниками и на выступлении надел футболку "я люблю РФ", ну как будто бы больше за войну, или как минимум спорные, для травоядных у которых "мир не делится на чёрное и белое"