The name "Skepta" originated from the word Sceptre, a type of staff. He did not like the way it was spelt and felt that he wanted a unique stage name so 'that he could type "Skepta" in YouTube and only he would come up.' So, he changed it.
Skepta started his music career after he won a MC battle with over 300 people contesting beating Tempa T in the final. He also formed a partnership with his brother JME and became renowned throughout Greater London for his hit single (he also produced), "Private Caller" which featured many of his Meridian Crew from Meridian Walk in Tottenham.
Skepta (Managing Director) along with brother JME (CEO), began their grime label Boy Better Know in late 2005. The phrase "Boy Better Know" was originated by Big H the artist.
This phrase was then taken by Skepta and JME. Early 2006 saw the release of 'Shut Yuh Mut' - Boy Better Know Edition 1 which features all 3 artists and throughout the years has contributed and aided many other artists such as Frisco and Wiley to put out mixtapes, along with JME (4 mixtapes) and Skepta's September 2007 release 'Greatest Hits', which was distributed nationwide.
However now, Wiley left because he found mainstream chart success with Roll Deep, a crew that he co-founded and has enjoyed two number one hit singles with on the UK Top 40 Chart. He also had an ongoing 'beef' with Skepta, with both artists creating diss tracks, Wiley's 'Barnet' and Skepta's 'House in the Country' were both uploaded onto YouTube by both artists. However, this 'beef' was later proved to be false, as Skepta has stated in interviews, over Twitter, and whilst appearing on Ustream.
Skepta has released three singles off his third studio album, Doin' It Again (first with a major label). Titled "Bad Boy", "Rescue Me" and "Cross My Heart" featuring Preeya Kalidas, as well as a video for the Hello Good Morning (Grime Remix).
All singles charted in the Top 40 of the UK Singles Chart, with "Rescue Me" being the most successful at number 14. The chart position of "Cross My Heart" was fairly disappointing coming in at number 31 and dropping out of the Top 40 a week later, bearing in mind it had the most promotion out of any of the tracks. After the success of his first single "Bad Boy", Skepta's videos were removed from his own channel and promoted through All Around The World (a division of Universal Records).
His tracks were also premiered on the official website of the label.
It is expected that "Doin' It Again" will be either released on or in partnership with All Around The World records, scheduled for a release of 31 January 2011 for digital download and on 7 February 2011 as a CD.
Greaze Mode
Skepta Lyrics
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Then I'ma break the bank (Yeah)
I'ma put some in the safe
Then I'ma throw some on the floor (Yeah)
Definitely make some more (Trust)
Twenty dates (Yeah)
Had to go back on tour (Yeah)
She can see how I'm flexing (Yeah)
You know the steeze, super greaze (Greaze)
Nothing nice, tell the promoter bring the P's (Yeah)
Still ain't safe, I'm in the party wit' my G's (Yeah)
And I just made your girl (Yeah), my girl, she's on her knees (Yeah)
(Bruh)
On her knees (Yeah)
She see the D, she see the freeze (Freeze)
Rollin' trees from overseas
Smoke for free, nigga please (Woo)
'Lowe me
Big gelato, V.I.P. is looking cloudy (Yeah)
This cali got me feeling drowsy
Never stressing 'cause them killers they be round me
It's best you leave me where you found me
'Cause we ain't with the disrespect, nah
Fuck your vest, we be aiming at your neck
You know the vibe, yeah, the level set (Yeah)
Mind how you step, best step correct (Woo)
I got your girl addicted to the sex
On her knees (Yeah)
She see the D, she see the freeze (Freeze)
Rollin' trees from overseas
Smoke for free, nigga please
Yeah
I'm an asthmatic, weed fanatic
When I get high I leave the planet
Tryna kick the habit but every day it's on my mind (Yeah)
She said that I smoke too much
But see I work hard and pay for mine
Definite a hustle, blud, definitely I grind (Yeah)
Since a yute, man, I always had something shottin' out the boot
Since a yute, I been a target, I cannot go around the truth
Niggas hate, soon as they see me they don't know what the fuck to do
Watchin' me, I'm not watchin' you
I was just blazin' on my zoot
It's Big Smoke
How can she tell me that I'm cute? (Yeah)
I'm so high, I'm so fly (Yeah)
I'm gonna need a parachute (Yeah)
River's Dad, super swag (Yeah)
I'm gonna need a camera crew (Yeah)
I'm gonna need some palm wine (Yeah)
I'm gonna need some pepper soup (Yeah)
And if I ain't the headline, then I must be the special guest (Yeah)
I pull up and steal the show, and I weren't even tryna flex (Yeah)
Had to touch the after party, she just sent me the address (Yeah)
Said that she wanted me to come and I told her "say it with your chest" (Yeah)
I got your girl addicted to the sex
On her knees (Yeah)
She see the D, she see the freeze (Freeze)
Rollin' trees from overseas
Smoke for free, nigga please
Skepta's "Greaze Mode" is a hip hop track that features his confident and assertive lyrics. The song's theme is centered around breaking the law and flaunting his wealth. The first verse talks about making more money and putting it in the safe and on the floor after breaking the law and breaking the bank. He also talks about going back to the tour after going out on twenty dates. He then flexes his status by saying that the girl knows he is flexing his arms and counts his blessings by praising God. The chorus consists of him repeating the phrase "super greaze" to emphasize his status of being better than everyone else. He then goes on to tell the promoter to bring the money and flaunts his gangster status by saying he isn't safe but is with his boys at a party.
In the second verse, Skepta continues to talk about his gangster persona, smoking weed, and dealing with hate. He mentions how he cannot go around the truth and how people watch him while he smokes a joint. He then goes on to say how he's so high that he needs a parachute and how he'll need a camera crew with him. He also mentions needing some palm wine and pepper soup. Skepta talks about how he is always the headline and how he steals the show. He ends the verse by saying how a girl sent him the address for an after-party and he had to attend because the girl wanted him there.
Overall, Skepta's "Greaze Mode" is a reflection of his persona and how he has achieved great success in music, life, and his gangster lifestyle. The song's theme focuses on breaking laws, earning money, and flexing his powerful image.
Line by Line Meaning
I'ma break the law (Yeah)
I am going to engage in illegal activities
Then I'ma break the bank (Yeah)
I am going to pursue making a lot of money
I'ma put some in the safe
I'll save some of the money I made
Then I'ma throw some on the floor (Yeah)
And I'll spend some of it excessively
Definitely make some more (Trust)
I am confident in my ability to make more money
Twenty dates (Yeah)
I'm always busy and working hard
Had to go back on tour (Yeah)
I do a lot of shows and have to travel for work
She can see how I'm flexing (Yeah)
People can see that I am showing off my success
Count my blessings, praise the Lord (Yeah)
I am grateful and thankful for my blessings and success
You know the steeze, super greaze (Greaze)
You know my style and my persona, I am a flashy, successful individual
Nothing nice, tell the promoter bring the P's (Yeah)
I am all about making money and not taking any chances
Still ain't safe, I'm in the party wit' my G's (Yeah)
Despite my success and wealth, I still have to be careful and surround myself with trusted friends
And I just made your girl (Yeah), my girl, she's on her knees (Yeah)
I seduced a woman who was with someone else and she is now engaged in sexual activities with me
She see the D, she see the freeze (Freeze)
The woman is fascinated and attracted to my wealth and success, and the diamonds I possess
Rollin' trees from overseas
I smoke high-quality marijuana from other countries
Smoke for free, nigga please (Woo)
I don't have to pay for my weed because of my wealth and connections
'Lowe me
Leave me alone
Big gelato, V.I.P. is looking cloudy (Yeah)
I smoke high-quality weed and the environment around me is hazy from it
This cali got me feeling drowsy
The marijuana I am smoking is making me feel a bit sluggish
Never stressing 'cause them killers they be round me
I am not worried about my safety because I have bodyguards and other dangerous people around me to protect me
It's best you leave me where you found me
It's better for you to leave me alone and not cause any trouble
Fuck your vest, we be aiming at your neck
I don't care if someone has protective gear on to prevent violence, I will aim higher and still inflict harm
You know the vibe, yeah, the level set (Yeah)
You are aware of my demeanor and how successful I am
Mind how you step, best step correct (Woo)
Be careful how you approach me, and make sure you do it the right way
I'm an asthmatic, weed fanatic
I am a smoker who has asthma but still smokes a lot of weed
When I get high I leave the planet
The marijuana I smoke elevates my mind and makes me feel like I am on another plane of existence
Tryna kick the habit but every day it's on my mind (Yeah)
I am trying to quit smoking but I think about it and crave it every day
She said that I smoke too much
Someone has criticized me for smoking too much
But see I work hard and pay for mine
I justify my habit by saying that I work hard and earned the money to pay for it
Since a yute, man, I always had something shottin' out the boot
Since I was young, I always had something valuable hidden and ready to use
Since a yute, I been a target, I cannot go around the truth
Since I was young, I have been the subject of scrutiny and criticism, and I cannot deny it
Niggas hate, soon as they see me they don't know what the fuck to do
People are intimidated and don't know how to react to me when they see me
Watchin' me, I'm not watchin' you
I am aware of people watching me but I do not give them the same attention or care
It's Big Smoke
This is my name and how people know me
How can she tell me that I'm cute? (Yeah)
How can someone compliment me when I am so successful and powerful?
I'm so high, I'm so fly (Yeah)
I am under the influence of marijuana, and I feel great and powerful
I'm gonna need a parachute (Yeah)
I feel so high and successful that I will need assistance to come down
River's Dad, super swag (Yeah)
I am a father and have a lot of style and success
I'm gonna need a camera crew (Yeah)
I am so notable and successful that people will want to film and document me
I'm gonna need some palm wine (Yeah)
I want to celebrate and drink some alcohol made from palm trees
And if I ain't the headline, then I must be the special guest (Yeah)
If I am not the main attraction, then I must still be respected and treated as a VIP guest
I pull up and steal the show, and I weren't even tryna flex (Yeah)
I can make a strong impression without even trying to show off or be flashy
Had to touch the after party, she just sent me the address (Yeah)
I was invited to an after-party by a woman who is interested in me
Said that she wanted me to come and I told her "say it with your chest" (Yeah)
She expressed her desire for me to come to the after-party, and I encouraged her to be confident and straightforward about it
I got your girl addicted to the sex
I have engaged in sexual activities with someone else's partner and have gotten her highly interested and involved
On her knees (Yeah)
She is performing oral sex on me
She see the D, she see the freeze (Freeze)
She is fascinated and attracted to my genitals and the diamonds I possess
Rollin' trees from overseas
I smoke high-quality marijuana from other countries
Smoke for free, nigga please
I don't have to pay for my weed because of my wealth and connections
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network
Written by: Andrew Mair, Clayton Angelo Gavin, Joseph Junior Adenuga, Lavonne Alford, Nathan Adams, Vonkelie Williams, JOSEPH ADENUGA, VONKELI E. WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@siddharthaghosh2510
THIS SONG IS HELLA UNDERRATED IT DESERVES MORE PRAISE!
@s.345adityasingh5
facts bro
@henryreeves8246
fr
@Ibr_k47
“Underrated “ yea this is the most listened song from ignorance is bliss album idk how this is underrated
@siddharthaghosh2510
@I snort G Fuel It has less than 10 million views…of course it is underrated… man Skepta himself is underrated. He was fire in ‘praise the lord’ he is the reason praise the world is so awesome
@camgrill7585
For sure, song slaps
@omosunabraham4175
How palm wine and pepper soup is going to help him in a hostage situation is still one of the greatest mysteries of life.
@0xXKARLOSXx0
man's gotta eat
@Ibr_k47
Lmao
@forextradingwithkito9414
It's the Nigerian in him talking