Coming from the heart of Buffalo, New York, Dtm716 is making a mark in the modern sound of R&B and pop rap. With his latest track, "Come Real," he's here to be felt. With features from Drake himself, Dtm716's smooth emotional single combines introspective realness with undeniable replay value. The production is glossy but gritty and threaded with melodic lines that feel like somewhere in a middle zone between a midnight cruise and a late-night heart-to-heart. It's the sort of song that sneaks up on you low-key at first, then deeper as it sinks in.
Dtm716's delivery is assertive but fragile. It is an embodiment of his "Super Dtm" album series, a creative concept resulting from his quest to be his best, or "super," self. In his words, those albums encapsulate growth, fighting, and reaching higher. That clear vision is evident here. He's nothing if not a rapper with something to say, not merely a mic. Drake doesn't overwhelm the track but instead works through it, heightening its vibe while leaving room for Dtm716's voice to draw the spotlight. Their chemistry is not flashy, just fluid. Both artists draw from that emotional well, contemplating what it is to show up fully and accurately in love, life, or legacy.
"Come Real" stands out in how little it takes to blur the lines between genre and mood. It's R&B enough to tug at your feelings, pop rap sufficient to stick in your head, and honest enough to make you hit repeat because it sounds good and feels real. Amid the busy atmosphere of noise from the music industry, Dtm716 keeps a discography of notes by staying real. It indicates that an artist is on the verge of his super version, and he's taking you along for the ride.
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