252 Lico, born Damian Joseph Norman, is a rapper from Pamlico, North Carolina. He was born on August 7, 1992, in New Bern. He began his music journey under the name “Dreel” before adopting the stage name “252 Lico” after leaving his former record label.
In 2017, he started releasing music on SoundCloud and other platforms. His early single, “Ballin”, gained attention on YouTube and introduced his sound to a growing audience. Over time, he built a following through steady releases and collaborations.
His breakout moment came with the single “just want”, featuring DaBaby. The track drew hundreds of thousands of listeners and increased his visibility beyond North Carolina. He later released his debut mixtape, “Carolina kush”, which further strengthened his presence in the music scene.
252 Lico has performed as an opening act for Riff Raff, 21 Savage, Ralo, Rich Homie Quan and Yo Gotti. He was also nominated for “best new artist” at the Carolina Music Awards.
As he continues to release music and perform, 252 Lico remains focused on building his catalogue and connecting with listeners across the United States and beyond.
