Carlton Rara

Singer, songwriter and actor, Carlton Rara was born in France to a haitian mother and a french father. He’s been influenced by shows and artists of all kind since his early childhood. Jazzmen, choreographers, singers, directors, showed him the way to become a stage artist.
His music is a blend of various influences such as reggae, blues, pop music and others,
His discovery of the richness and diversity of Haitian music has significantly influenced his musical journey.
Carlton Rara made his stage debut in 2005, he has since toured in several countries including South Africa, Belgium, Haiti, Martinique, Poland, Switzerland, Reunion Island…). After Peyi Blue, HOME, Raw Sides, Standing in the Corridor, his brand new album Universed is out now.
In 2013, his song Do You Love Me was part of the soundtrack of French feature film Josephine. Film maker Pedro Almodovar mentioned him in the playlist he was listening to while making his film I’m so Excited.
In 2021, the american label Putumayo included his song Choukoun in the compilation World Café.
Carlton Rara also performs as a drama and a voice actor.
He makes audiobooks and spoken words recordings.

His songs and re-creative works continue to address human, societal and universal topics to the sound of accessible and easy going music. He invites us to connect to our deep being, to feel the vibrations of the universe and to accept our permanent transformation.
Stay tuned!