Dici isn’t afraid to rap with his heart on his sleeve on his new track “u n i.” In only two years time, Dici has garnered thousands of followers and millions of views on his music videos. Dici, who is only 18 years old, was born in Milan and brought up in Miami. Dici’s been rapidly rising to fame ever since he launched his career in 2021. He already has his own record label, DICI Records and an undeniable passion for making music. “u n i” is a captivating heartfelt track on longing for someone who will stay with you no matter what. The music video for “u n i” gets under your skin just as much as the song does.
While, “the u,” in “u n i” remains elusive, Dici opens up to listeners about his hopes and desires on “u n i.” Dici is alone in the music video which gives the allusion that he’s working something out within himself, making “u n i” a deeply cerebral track. Moving from the shadows into the light, sometimes only his silhouette can be seen makes Dici’s performance to the camera incredibly powerful. This is when it feels like Dici is talking directly to the viewer, instantly making “u n i” personal. There is an honesty to Dici’s lyrics that is amplified by a EDM-esque drumbeat. He wonders aloud, wishes for someone else, a state of feeling most people have experienced. Dici sheds light on these desires without losing his artistry. His flow never waivers, the haunting digitized chords only aid in the feelings Dici is trying to provoke.
“u n i” is personal for Dici, that much is clear from the lyrics to the performance shots of him. His natural talent cannot be missed as he delivers every verse with ease. The sound of “u n i” cannot go unmentioned, you cannot get these beats out of your head. The track begins with creeping digitized strings that set “u n i”’s cool tone. The plucking is rhythmic and distinct, imbued with a pensive melancholy. The track is galvanized by it’s urban hip-hop drumbeat that comes in when Dici does, “u n i” surges with feeling from then on. As the track progresses the drumbeats gets more and more layered as we move deeper into Dici’s flow. Dici’s rap style feels natural, like he’s running through thoughts in his mind.
Dici may be new to the game but his spirit isn’t. He is confident in his performance and in front of the camera, he’s not a shy artist by any means. Dici is shot under a spotlight giving “u n i” a high contrast look that suits the songs themes. “u n i” is a refreshing song in a genre that is soaked in fronting. While “u n i” is evocative its equally powerful, Dici isn’t afraid to go there with his listeners. You can see this in how Dici carries himself in “u n i,” there is an effortlessness to his self-expression. He wants someone who can survive the good and the bad with him, you can’t leave “u n i” without knowing that about Dici.
“u n i” is a track that feels like you’re having a heart to heart with a good friend while you’re dancing in a club. It is the best of both worlds, but more importantly it puts Dici onto your radar. “u n i” is only the beginning for Dici, who’s sound seem’s to cementing more and more with very track. Don’t miss “u n i”, out now!
Jodi Marxbury