Adem Dalipi, an artist of Albanian descent born in the United States, is rapidly climbing the ladder of success beyond the ocean. However, he recently gained recognition within the Albanian community for a different reason: his graduation ceremony at Northern Illinois. During the ceremony, Dalipi proudly adorned himself with a shawl featuring the Albanian eagle, showcasing his heritage with pride.
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| Adem Dalipi with a scarf with the Albanian flag during graduation |
In photos shared on social media, he was accompanied by his family, whom he thanked for their unwavering support since day one.
Additionally, he revealed that he had graduated a year earlier, but during that time, he had created some of the best memories for which he is forever grateful.
His parents, originally from Macedonia, in Kërçovë, later transferred to the United States, where their son, Adem Dalipi, was born and raised.
Born and raised in America, Dalipi previously stated to KultPlus that things were not easy for him and his family in the United States.
"I was born in America in 2003 and grew up there. My parents would take me along with my brother, and we would return to our homeland in the summer to visit family and learn more about the village and our culture. In America, I faced many misunderstandings because of my name, but nonetheless, my cultural background was different because we were involved in the Albanian community around us," he expressed.
However, his talent for music caught the eye of his teacher as early as third grade, leading him to declare to his mother that her son had a "knack for music." This encouraged Adem to embark on his journey, initially learning to play the guitar and later singing and mastering other instruments.
"I started writing my own music when I was 11 years old. My parents were not involved in music, so it was a bit challenging for me. They began to see my seriousness, and thus began to support me. Together, we found opportunities to make connections with people in the industry," Adem shared.
One of the best opportunities that came his way as a young artist was an invitation to audition for "American Idol." It was the summer of 2018, right after he had finished some recordings in Toronto, Canada, when a producer from "American Idol" invited him to audition. At that time, he was only 15 years old and was fortunate to receive the golden ticket from a jury composed of famous singers like Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, and Luke Bryan.
"After that, I also went to 'Hollywood Week.' This show gave me great confidence that I would be a serious artist in the future, and it will help me make new connections with the music industry," he continued.
Adem Dalipi's journey as an artist is not only a testament to his talent and hard work but also a celebration of his Albanian roots, which he proudly carries wherever he goes.