Jeff Vidov’s “Oh mi da dey di” – A Joyful Genre-Bender from a Musical Polymath
There are composers, and then there’s Jeff Vidov — a one-man musical powerhouse who’s spent the last three decades weaving brilliance into everything from orchestral scores and Broadway-style choral arrangements to jazz improvisations and church organ masterpieces. With “Oh mi da dey di,” Vidov trades the formality of the concert hall for something far more playful and joyfully uncontained — a jubilant pop-rock anthem that bursts at the seams with positivity.
Known in Toronto’s music scene as a composer, conductor, pianist, and musical director, Jeff’s career reads like a masterclass in versatility. He studied at Eastman and the Manhattan School of Music, trained under Pulitzer Prize-winning composers, and has conducted choirs of over 100 voices — but none of that academic polish takes away from the sheer infectious energy of his new single.
“Oh mi da dey di” feels like an explosion of childlike wonder and seasoned musicality. It’s the kind of track that dares you not to smile. With its driving rhythm, choir-backed vocals, and colorful instrumental textures, it channels the spirit of classic Queen, a touch of Elton John’s pop flamboyance, and Vidov’s own unmistakable flair for theatrical composition. Underneath the fun, you can still hear the hand of a skilled arranger — someone who’s spent years thinking about how music moves people.
And move people, this song does. It’s not trying to be edgy. It’s not chasing trends. It’s just honest, upbeat, and unashamedly exuberant — something that feels increasingly rare these days.
If you’re looking for a reminder that music can still surprise you with its sincerity and joy, “Oh mi da dey di” is worth every second of your time. And if you’re just now discovering Jeff Vidov, this track is your gateway to a world of genre-defying talent that refuses to be boxed in.
