Nothing about AC3’s rise feels accidental. It’s driven by hunger, instinct, and a refusal to stay quiet. At just 22, the Dublin rapper has moved from uploading lo-fi drill freestyles online to carving out his own lane in Irish rap, becoming an unexpected staple for football edits and high-energy playlists across Europe. His sharp, high-impact delivery rides UK drill foundations but lands with a distinctly Irish edge that listeners immediately recognise.
His latest release, “Hands On,” captures that momentum in its purest form. The track sees AC3 stepping into melodic rap territory, balancing grit with smooth, addictive flows. It’s a late-night anthem built for street speakers, headphones, and everything in between—confident without being forced, focused without losing feeling.
“Hands On” reflects an artist fully locked into his purpose. There’s no hesitation in the delivery, no excess in the writing—just clarity, hunger, and intent. The song mirrors AC3’s mindset right now: committed, present, and ready to work. It’s a natural evolution from the raw energy that first introduced him to audiences, showing growth without sacrificing the bite that made him stand out.
The single also serves as a key moment within AC3’s debut mixtape, All Hands On Deck, a project rooted in survival, second chances, and relentless forward motion. After nearly losing his life in 2023, AC3 approaches music with urgency and gratitude, turning personal experience into fuel rather than fear. “Hands On” sits comfortably within that narrative—focused, grounded, and purposeful.
Since breaking through with Dublin Not London, AC3 has proven his presence both on record and on stage, performing at Electric Picnic, All Together Now, and supporting established names at The Academy and The Button Factory. With “Hands On,” he continues to cement himself as one of the most exciting young voices coming out of Ireland—an artist building momentum not through noise, but through consistency, honesty, and work ethic.