VovaZiL'vova, born Volodymyr Parfeniuk on December 30, 1983, in Lviv, Ukraine, is a prominent Ukrainian hip-hop and rap artist. He began his musical career in the early 2000s, gaining initial recognition with the track "Vova zi Lvova." In 2006, he released his debut album "Vino, Kobyty, Patifon" ("Wine, Ladies, Gramophone"), followed by "YOY #1" in 2007, which featured collaborations with various Western Ukrainian rappers. VovaZiL'vova is known for performing in Ukrainian, often incorporating English phrases into his lyrics. Beyond music, he hosted the hip-hop show "VovaZiL'vova" on the M1 channel from 2006 to 2007. His work blends traditional Ukrainian elements with contemporary hip-hop, contributing significantly to the Ukrainian music scene. Over the years, he has continued to release music, including the album "Muzika radosti v bidovi chasi" ("Music of Joy in Hard Times") in 2020. VovaZiL'vova remains an influential figure in Ukrainian hip-hop, known for his lyrical depth and cultural fusion.