Frankie Hi-NRG MC

The Profile

Francesco Di Gesù, aka Frankie Hi-NRG MC, is an Italian rapper renowned for incisive, politically charged lyrics and a distinctive flow. Debuting with Verba manent (1993), he gained mainstream recognition with “Quelli che benpensano” (1997) from La morte dei miracoli, and has since balanced sharp social critique with experimental production.

Born in Turin; debut album Verba manent (1993); landmark single “Quelli che benpensano” (1997) with chorus by Riccardo Sinigallia and video by Manetti Bros.; key collaborator Ice One on La morte dei miracoli; Sanremo 2008 with “Rivoluzione”; active 1991–present.

Reviews portray Frankie Hi-NRG MC as a singular, intellectually sharp voice in Italian rap. Key albums include Verba manent, La morte dei miracoli, Ero un autarchico and DePrimoMaggio. Highlights feature “Quelli che benpensano,” politically charged lyrics, and production ties with Ice One. Some critiques note brevity and many interludes, but overall acclaim is strong.