As the current scene “appears” to flourish, it’s no secret that the standard, identity, authenticity and thus overall feeling is sub par, and whilst even the real ones are able to venture, there does lack a sense of direction, and that makes this return of the people’s champion even more so monumental.
It’s been a turbulent few years for the British legend, one of the Grime’s graduate Rap hybrids, the Leader of the new school, once the clear chosen one to ascend the culture (to where it currently is now), has continued to stand tall amidst adversity, and a man first before an artist, found himself on a hiatus from the art.
Though there has previously been music released, during these times, including the fan favourite Down, plus more recent freestyles, but the presence on the field was missing, and a few decent touches and key passes later, this freestyle has him win the ball back and lead the attack in stellar form.
I had originally quoted some of the lyrics that backed my point, but truth is, there isn’t a wasted bar throughout this freestyle, some things are being said, if you’re listening.
Fresh off a headline show, he’s back to lead the charge with this new collaboration, and there’s definitely a new surge of energy flowing, as his verse here is powerful for the right ears, and actually what the game’s been missing.
Recently collaborating with fellow Grime legend Rapid, that energy combined has now added a much needed component to the genre’s progression. With a project for sure in the works, I look forward to this new chapter. As the game finds itself lost at times under new tactics and infringements, you need the best players and strongest personalities to anchor the ship, dictate play and bring glory back to the people.
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