DA Uzi has just released the 10th episode of his freestyle series “WeLaRue”. The Sevran-based rapper continues to skillfully balance hard-hitting rap tracks with more introspective pieces. In 2022, he made waves with his project Le Chemin des Braves, collaborating with major artists like Gazo, Lacrim, Ninho, Kanya Samet, Oldpee, Sofiane Pamart, and Naps—an impressive lineup! Since then, DA Uzi has kept up the momentum, dropping impactful singles and new episodes of his WeLaRue series, hinting at the groundwork for a major upcoming project.
With his album L’Architecte, DA Uzi already demonstrated his ability to explore diverse musical landscapes. His work alternates between raw rap tracks reminiscent of his early career and songs with more vibrant or melancholic tones. This “WeLaRue 10,” titled Casino Royale in a nod to the iconic James Bond movie, is a perfect showcase of his signature style: powerful, polished, and lyrically rich.
DA Uzi reconnects with his roots in Casino Royale!
The production of this track is crafted by BBP, a beatmaker affiliated with the QLF label. Renowned for his work with Deux Frères, BBP is now broadening his horizons. Recently, he produced tracks for Moha MMZ (La Plage), B.B. Jacques (Bitch & Ryads), and even SDM (Merci). The beat for Casino Royale is a masterpiece: carried by an electrifying sample enhanced by distortion effects, it remains intentionally understated, allowing DA Uzi to shine with his flow and meticulously crafted lyrics.
“J’ai des trucs à dire en vrai” (“I’ve got things to say for real”)—this iconic phrase, often uttered by DA Uzi before his WeLaRue freestyles, resonates deeply here. In an interview with Le Code, DA Uzi reflected on the challenges faced by rappers of the previous generation, describing them as “kings without crowns.” While many left an indelible mark on the rap scene, few managed to earn a decent living from their music. It was only in 2019 that rap became the most popular music genre in France, evolving into what is now referred to as “urban music.”
In this track, DA Uzi delivers hard-hitting punchlines:
- “Death speaks too loud, fools listen / Friends are serpents, pythons, and cobras / When there’s doubt, there’s no more doubt.”
- “I’m all black, charred, I’ve never worn Choko / I’m from the zone like the good old Sissoko / My heart’s all black, it would need dissecting.”
A polished visual rooted in street clip tradition
The video for Casino Royale, true to the codes of street clips yet undeniably high-quality, was directed by No Colors. This production company, deeply embedded in the rap game, frequently collaborates with its go-to director, Chérif. They’ve notably produced standout visuals for Leto, such as Yeah and Mélodie.
