Artie 5ive
Artist: Artie 5ive
Real Name: Ivan Arturo Barioli
Born: 28 August 2000, Milan
Roots: Bicocca, Milan; Italian and Sierra Leonean heritage
Active since: 2020
Style: Rap, trap and Detroit-inspired hip-hop
Debut studio album: Motivation 4 the Streetz (2023) ↗, with Rondodasosa
Biography
Artie 5ive is the stage name of Ivan Arturo Barioli, an Italian rapper born in Milan on 28 August 2000. Raised in the Bicocca neighbourhood by an Italian father and a Sierra Leonean mother, he has developed a distinctive place within the new generation of Italian hip-hop. His recognisable voice, energetic delivery and taste for American rap sounds combine with writing rooted in his own experiences, friendships and ambitions.
His stage name reflects both his family and his connection to the neighbourhood where he grew up. “Artie” comes from Arturo, his second name and the name of his grandfather, while “5ive” refers to five main roads in his part of Bicocca. That local identity remains central to his music: Milan appears through the people, places and everyday experiences that shaped him, rather than simply as a setting associated with fashion, money and success.
Artie began releasing music in 2020, gradually developing his style through singles and collaborations. His early career gathered momentum in 2022 with tracks such as “Paramedici,” “Ready Rock” and “Tookie Williams,” alongside an appearance on Kid Yugi’s “DEM” with Tony Boy. These releases introduced him to listeners interested in a new wave of Italian rap, built around distinctive voices, close creative relationships and a strong appetite for experimentation.
One of the defining elements of his sound is its connection to Detroit rap. The influence can be heard in his rhythmic approach, direct delivery and ability to move across beats with an almost conversational freedom. His music also makes room for melody and club energy, allowing harder verses and accessible hooks to coexist. This versatility helps him move between street rap, playful tracks and more reflective material without losing his identity.
His breakthrough widened in 2023 through songs including “ALBV,” “Top G” with Sacky and “Anelli e collane” with Anna. His partnership with Rondodasosa became another important part of that rise, bringing together two different personalities with a shared connection to Milan and contemporary American rap. Alongside that partnership, Artie developed close ties with artists including Kid Yugi, Tony Boy and Nerissima Serpe, part of a network of friends and collaborators whose paths have frequently crossed.
Behind the confidence and humour, his writing often returns to work, loyalty and the desire to improve his circumstances. He has described music as a route towards a different life, with ambition extending beyond material success to the possibility of helping the people around him. His Italian and Sierra Leonean background also informs his perspective on belonging, identity and prejudice, subjects he has addressed openly in interviews.
As his audience expanded, collaborations with established figures such as Guè helped connect his generation with the wider history of Italian rap. The success of “00” and his subsequent solo work strengthened his position as a leading name in the scene. His appeal rests on that combination of personality and range: an artist capable of making immediate, entertaining songs while retaining a clear connection to his roots and the experiences behind his music.
Albums
Released on 8 December 2023, Motivation 4 the Streetz is a collaborative album by Artie 5ive and Rondodasosa. Across 17 tracks, the two Milanese rappers bring together their different voices and approaches, building on a partnership already established through earlier collaborations. The record centres on ambition, loyalty and personal growth, presenting music as a way to move forward while maintaining a connection to the environments that shaped them.
The contrast between the two performers gives the album its identity. Artie’s rough-edged voice and flexible phrasing meet Rondo’s more forceful delivery, creating exchanges that draw energy from their differences. Their shared interest in contemporary American rap provides common ground, with trap and drill influences running through the project. NKO’s production helps connect those elements, giving the pair a consistent setting for both assertive verses and more melodic passages.
“Red&Blue” introduces the partnership through the colours that also define the cover, presenting the rappers as distinct personalities working towards a shared goal. “Guru del business” and “Hoodrich” develop the album’s confident side, bringing ambition and self-belief to the foreground. Throughout the record, the pursuit of success remains tied to questions of where they come from, who they trust and what they hope to leave behind.
The guests broaden the musical range without changing the project’s focus on its two leading artists. Capo Plaza appears on “Nulla accade,” Rose Villain joins them for “Hall of Fame,” and Achille Lauro and Dessy contribute to “Crisi d’astinenza.” Rasty Kilo, Tony Effe and Bello Figo add further contrasting personalities, introducing different vocal textures across the tracklist.
For Artie 5ive, Motivation 4 the Streetz captures an important stage in his emergence, giving him space to sustain a full-length partnership with another prominent voice of his generation. Its central appeal lies in that collaboration: two artists bringing their individual styles into a shared project, united by determination and the desire to turn their experiences into a lasting career.
Released on 28 March 2025, La bellavita is Artie 5ive’s first solo studio album, following his collaborative project with Rondodasosa. Across 18 tracks, he develops a broader picture of his world, combining the confidence of his breakthrough singles with reflections on family, friendship, sacrifice and personal ambition. The record considers what a better life might look like, while keeping sight of the experiences and relationships behind that pursuit.
His distinctive voice remains central throughout. Rough-edged and immediately recognisable, it moves between forceful verses, relaxed phrasing and melodic hooks. The sound draws on his interest in American rap, particularly Detroit influences, while making room for different moods and tempos. That range allows the album to accommodate club tracks and more personal writing without losing its connection to hip-hop.
“Sogno americano” places ambition at the heart of the project, bringing together the desire to succeed and the distance between dreams and everyday circumstances. Elsewhere, the tracklist moves through loyalty, relationships and family, giving the record a wider emotional scope than its luxurious cover might initially suggest. Its presentation also reflects these different priorities: the alternative covers were organised around themes including love, sacrifice, money and roots.
The collaborations connect Artie with both established figures and artists from his own generation. Guè appears on “Litorale” and “Milano Testarossa,” creating a link between two distinct voices of Milanese rap. Tony Boy joins him on “Brazy,” Capo Plaza features on “Are U Crazy?,” and Kid Yugi contributes to “Pietà.” Niky Savage’s appearance on “Bambola” adds another contrasting presence, while the solo tracks give Artie space to carry the record through his own delivery and perspective.
Previously released songs including “00,” “Milano Testarossa” and “Bambola” sit alongside the new material, connecting the album with the singles that helped build anticipation for it. Together, they show his ability to make accessible songs while retaining the character of his voice and writing.
La bellavita reached number one in Italy and marked a major step in Artie 5ive’s career. Its strength lies in the balance between celebration and reflection: the pleasure of moving forward sits alongside an awareness of the work, people and sacrifices involved. The result is a fuller introduction to Artie as a solo artist, with enough variety to show how far his music can extend.
Artie 5ive
Artist: Artie 5ive
Real Name: Ivan Arturo Barioli
Born: 28 August 2000, Milan
Roots: Bicocca, Milan; Italian and Sierra Leonean heritage
Active since: 2020
Style: Rap, trap and Detroit-inspired hip-hop
Debut studio album: Motivation 4 the Streetz (2023) ↗, with Rondodasosa
Biography
Artie 5ive is the stage name of Ivan Arturo Barioli, an Italian rapper born in Milan on 28 August 2000. Raised in the Bicocca neighbourhood by an Italian father and a Sierra Leonean mother, he has developed a distinctive place within the new generation of Italian hip-hop. His recognisable voice, energetic delivery and taste for American rap sounds combine with writing rooted in his own experiences, friendships and ambitions.
His stage name reflects both his family and his connection to the neighbourhood where he grew up. “Artie” comes from Arturo, his second name and the name of his grandfather, while “5ive” refers to five main roads in his part of Bicocca. That local identity remains central to his music: Milan appears through the people, places and everyday experiences that shaped him, rather than simply as a setting associated with fashion, money and success.
Artie began releasing music in 2020, gradually developing his style through singles and collaborations. His early career gathered momentum in 2022 with tracks such as “Paramedici,” “Ready Rock” and “Tookie Williams,” alongside an appearance on Kid Yugi’s “DEM” with Tony Boy. These releases introduced him to listeners interested in a new wave of Italian rap, built around distinctive voices, close creative relationships and a strong appetite for experimentation.
One of the defining elements of his sound is its connection to Detroit rap. The influence can be heard in his rhythmic approach, direct delivery and ability to move across beats with an almost conversational freedom. His music also makes room for melody and club energy, allowing harder verses and accessible hooks to coexist. This versatility helps him move between street rap, playful tracks and more reflective material without losing his identity.
His breakthrough widened in 2023 through songs including “ALBV,” “Top G” with Sacky and “Anelli e collane” with Anna. His partnership with Rondodasosa became another important part of that rise, bringing together two different personalities with a shared connection to Milan and contemporary American rap. Alongside that partnership, Artie developed close ties with artists including Kid Yugi, Tony Boy and Nerissima Serpe, part of a network of friends and collaborators whose paths have frequently crossed.
Behind the confidence and humour, his writing often returns to work, loyalty and the desire to improve his circumstances. He has described music as a route towards a different life, with ambition extending beyond material success to the possibility of helping the people around him. His Italian and Sierra Leonean background also informs his perspective on belonging, identity and prejudice, subjects he has addressed openly in interviews.
As his audience expanded, collaborations with established figures such as Guè helped connect his generation with the wider history of Italian rap. The success of “00” and his subsequent solo work strengthened his position as a leading name in the scene. His appeal rests on that combination of personality and range: an artist capable of making immediate, entertaining songs while retaining a clear connection to his roots and the experiences behind his music.
Albums
Released on 8 December 2023, Motivation 4 the Streetz is a collaborative album by Artie 5ive and Rondodasosa. Across 17 tracks, the two Milanese rappers bring together their different voices and approaches, building on a partnership already established through earlier collaborations. The record centres on ambition, loyalty and personal growth, presenting music as a way to move forward while maintaining a connection to the environments that shaped them.
The contrast between the two performers gives the album its identity. Artie’s rough-edged voice and flexible phrasing meet Rondo’s more forceful delivery, creating exchanges that draw energy from their differences. Their shared interest in contemporary American rap provides common ground, with trap and drill influences running through the project. NKO’s production helps connect those elements, giving the pair a consistent setting for both assertive verses and more melodic passages.
“Red&Blue” introduces the partnership through the colours that also define the cover, presenting the rappers as distinct personalities working towards a shared goal. “Guru del business” and “Hoodrich” develop the album’s confident side, bringing ambition and self-belief to the foreground. Throughout the record, the pursuit of success remains tied to questions of where they come from, who they trust and what they hope to leave behind.
The guests broaden the musical range without changing the project’s focus on its two leading artists. Capo Plaza appears on “Nulla accade,” Rose Villain joins them for “Hall of Fame,” and Achille Lauro and Dessy contribute to “Crisi d’astinenza.” Rasty Kilo, Tony Effe and Bello Figo add further contrasting personalities, introducing different vocal textures across the tracklist.
For Artie 5ive, Motivation 4 the Streetz captures an important stage in his emergence, giving him space to sustain a full-length partnership with another prominent voice of his generation. Its central appeal lies in that collaboration: two artists bringing their individual styles into a shared project, united by determination and the desire to turn their experiences into a lasting career.
Released on 28 March 2025, La bellavita is Artie 5ive’s first solo studio album, following his collaborative project with Rondodasosa. Across 18 tracks, he develops a broader picture of his world, combining the confidence of his breakthrough singles with reflections on family, friendship, sacrifice and personal ambition. The record considers what a better life might look like, while keeping sight of the experiences and relationships behind that pursuit.
His distinctive voice remains central throughout. Rough-edged and immediately recognisable, it moves between forceful verses, relaxed phrasing and melodic hooks. The sound draws on his interest in American rap, particularly Detroit influences, while making room for different moods and tempos. That range allows the album to accommodate club tracks and more personal writing without losing its connection to hip-hop.
“Sogno americano” places ambition at the heart of the project, bringing together the desire to succeed and the distance between dreams and everyday circumstances. Elsewhere, the tracklist moves through loyalty, relationships and family, giving the record a wider emotional scope than its luxurious cover might initially suggest. Its presentation also reflects these different priorities: the alternative covers were organised around themes including love, sacrifice, money and roots.
The collaborations connect Artie with both established figures and artists from his own generation. Guè appears on “Litorale” and “Milano Testarossa,” creating a link between two distinct voices of Milanese rap. Tony Boy joins him on “Brazy,” Capo Plaza features on “Are U Crazy?,” and Kid Yugi contributes to “Pietà.” Niky Savage’s appearance on “Bambola” adds another contrasting presence, while the solo tracks give Artie space to carry the record through his own delivery and perspective.
Previously released songs including “00,” “Milano Testarossa” and “Bambola” sit alongside the new material, connecting the album with the singles that helped build anticipation for it. Together, they show his ability to make accessible songs while retaining the character of his voice and writing.
La bellavita reached number one in Italy and marked a major step in Artie 5ive’s career. Its strength lies in the balance between celebration and reflection: the pleasure of moving forward sits alongside an awareness of the work, people and sacrifices involved. The result is a fuller introduction to Artie as a solo artist, with enough variety to show how far his music can extend.