Rico ace

Rico Ace is a British rapper and recording artist based in London. He began releasing music in 2018 under the stage name JerDon!, before adopting name as Rico Ace in 2024. He is known for his energetic vocal delivery and for his collaborations within the UK underground hip‑hop scene.

Career

2018–2023: Beginnings as JerDon!

Rico Ace began his music career in 2018 under the alias JerDon!, releasing early singles including Where Your Friends? and 4 Her Eye$ Only. These tracks established his presence in the UK underground scene and laid the foundation for his later rebrand.

2024–present: Rebrand and breakthrough

In 2024, he relaunched his career under the name Rico Ace, gaining significant attention through collaborations with EsDeeKid, fakemink, and prodbytony. His 2025 releases Phantom and LV Sandals became viral hits, each surpassing 100 million streams and marking his commercial breakthrough.

His style is described as brash, agile, and rhythmically sharp, often contrasting with EsDeeKid's more militant delivery — a dynamic that contributed to the duo's rise in the UK underground scene.

Musical style

Rico Ace's sound blends fast-paced beats with elements reminiscent of UK grime, creating a hybrid style noted for its intensity and uniqueness.