Who is Dimitri DeVaughn? A 32-second Facebook Live spat with baby mama goes viral, netizens say 'drop this as your intro and you’re charting'

Nillohit Bagchi | Dec 25, 2025, 07:39 IST

Image credit : X/@FearBuck | Dimitri DeVaughn is an American Trap-RnB-Soul singer whose 32-second Facebook Live clip sent millions into shock

Dimitri DeVaughn is an unsigned Trap-RnB-Soul singer whose 32-second Facebook Live clip turned his vocal range into an accidental audition. The fight faded, the vocals stayed, and the internet finally noticed a voice that had been grinding quietly in the underground music scene for years.

Most viral stories start with a plan. This one didn’t. It started with an argument, a camera phone, and a voice that hit notes so high the internet stopped mid-scroll. When Dimitri DeVaughn’s 32-second Facebook Live clip spread across X and Instagram, the fight itself became the footnote. His vocal runs became the headline. People who had never heard his name suddenly wanted to know everything about him. Who is this bloke? Where did that voice come from? Was he signed? Was he trained? Why hadn’t we heard him before?

The answer is simpler and more interesting than the rumours. Dimitri isn’t a polished industry product. He’s a singer who has been grafting for years, quietly building a catalogue in the underground Trap-RnB-Soul lane. The viral moment just gave the world a sample of what he could already do. And now the world wants the full story.

Who is Dimitri DeVaughn?

Dimitri DeVaughn is an American singer, songwriter, and online creator whose sound sits between trap rhythm, RnB melody, and soul emotion. His voice is his strongest currency: high, controlled, sharp, and instantly recognisable. He calls himself a Trap-RnB-Soul artist, leaning into late-night moods, street stories, and emotional honesty.

Image credit : Instagram/@dimitridevaughn | Dimitri DeVaughn is an American singer, songwriter, and online creator

He grew up far from the Hollywood pipeline. He started sharing music online in his early 20s. At first, it was covers and webcam performances. Then original tracks. Then collaborations with Detroit-linked rappers. None of it was overnight. All of it was grind.

Man goes viral for hitting high notes mid argument on Facebook live after his baby mama tells him his music career won’t take off 💀

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— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) December 24, 2025

Dimitri's singing blows up on the internet

The clip that made him trend shows Dimitri mid-argument. His partner tells him his music dream won’t go anywhere. He pauses. Then sings instead of shouting. The result? Millions of views and shockwaves of reactions.

Image credit : X/@DramaAlert | The clip that made him trend shows Dimitri mid-argument

One X user said, “This ain’t beef, it’s a vocal audition.” Meanwhile, another said, “He better put this at the start of a track and call it a day.” More reactions oured in. One Reddit user wrote, “Better than half the artists signed right now.” Another said, “Those notes were so high the argument became background noise.” The clip did what his songs had been trying to do for years: grab attention in seconds.

Social media finna turn bro ass up watch😂😂 https://t.co/DTlmnqJ2BH

— BMoney (@WockWorldB4) December 24, 2025

The grind before the glow

Before the viral spike, Dimitri already had a digital footprint across major music platforms. He released singles like Shots of Deleon, Black Tints, and Wild Child, which carry dark, moody production and smooth RnB hooks. He also worked on features with artists such as Payroll Giovanni and Cash Kidd, tying him to Michigan’s hip-hop underground. His music isn’t stadium-loud. It’s club-corner loud. The kind of sound fans pass between friends before the mainstream finds it.

I ant arguin no more. Imma just hit diz shit & keep it pushin 💯😂😂 https://t.co/x7Ivs4CFTH

— Da Grinch Dat Stole Bitches🫡 DSG (@QueDaFool95) December 24, 2025

He promotes himself on TikTok and Instagram, often posting short covers, vocal snippets, and updates about live gigs. One of his covers of Kenny Lattimore’s “For You” gained niche praise for showing his range and emotional control.

Netizens urge Dimitri to take up singing 'seriously'

Dimitri has been open in past posts about battling addiction, financial pressure, and identity confusion while trying to make music work without a label safety net.

Image credit : Screenshot taken from X | The internet quickly reacted to the viral video

One user reacting to his older clips wrote, “The voice was never the issue. The support system was.” Another said, “Talent alone isn’t the climb. Belief is half the oxygen.” These reactions show why the clip hit hard: it wasn’t just a singer singing. It was a human being being doubted, then proving himself in the same breath.

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Nillohit Bagchi