The internet has found its new viral rap sensation in Georgia artist Deacon Uly.
A video of the rapper performing his “Gonna Feel Me” track went viral on TikTok and X earlier this week. The caption of the clip, which has reached 1.2 million views at the time of writing, reads: “Your uncle is a 60-year-old rapper in ATL” while he performs for a packed venue. The video for the aforementioned song is linked above for your viewing pleasure.
Uly is more than just a lyricist. The “Deacon” in his name comes into play with how he raps—very gospel-inspired, but he makes it clear with his melodies that he isn’t a savior. He will, however, make it better for you.
Practically preaching throughout the video, Uly raps that his music is like the “medicine that you like” in the way that it makes you feel good. He also makes it very clear to everyone in the venue that they’ll know who he is before he leaves the stage. And now, that’s come true for everyone online who’s sharing the video of him performing. Is anybody else picturing him at Coachella this year?
Peep some reactions to Deacon Uly’s electrifying performance below.
