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.
Way Too Much
Skepta Lyrics
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Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much (way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much (way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
I'm still drunk off that bubbly
I'm still here, saying "Come on then, touch me"
Tell your girlfriend to stay up out my DMs
Might catch me in the BM with your B-itch
You know me, I'm doing alright, me, I'm doing alright
I can do it all night, do it in black, do it in white
'Cause it's way too much, I can't say too much
But the chain on my neck weigh too much
Way too nuts, shut up
See the money on my mind, that's way too much (way too much)
Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much
(Way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
See the money on my mind, that's way too much (way too much)
Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much
(Way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
Me and my brothers get wavy, way too much
Can't wait 'til the day 'til I sit here and say we made it, way too much
One more bottle, I'mma drop my brother, I'm faded, I'm faded
Think you can leave your girl round us, you're crazy, way too much
Bu-bu-bu-bu-bu-bu-bang
My friend, big Fekky from way back when
I was out here repping my ends, and you was in bed by ten
You see now, they're just hating, way too much
Pay 50 for the coupe, way too much, yeah
I'm doing alright me, I'm doing alright
I can do it all night, do it in black, do it in white
'Cause it's way too much, I can't say too much
But the chain on my neck weigh too much
It's way too much, shut up
Me and my Gs get purse
See me in the club, all the girls on me
Don't give a shit what a man's worth
Don't give a shit if your girl's nails on fleek
give a fuck about your voodoo curse
God bless me, you can't put your spells on me
Fekky said he wanted a verse
I said "don't put anybody else on, please"
'Cause big man ting
Nowadays is death by association
Every day I pray to the most high
Them man are following Satan
Man are working with some different energies
Everybody knows, it's blatant
Ask Julie, ask Jason
Or Jme, them man ain't adjacent
I go way-way back
Something like Microsoft
But sometimes, see this internet war?
Fam, I swear down I'm so lost
But I stay lost in my own mind
So there won't be a day when I go off
If man are talking too much shit, fam
I switch the iPhone off
'Cause the money on my mind, that's way too much (way too much)
Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much
(Way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
See the money on my mind, that's way too much (way too much)
Way too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
Way too much
See the girl on my left, that's way too much
(Way too much)
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
Way too much
The song “Way Too Much” by Skepta is all about excessive living and a boastful attitude towards material possessions, women, and money. The lyrics describe a lifestyle of excess, with the singer surrounded by lavish girls, cups overflowing with drink, and too much money on his mind. He sings about how the chain around his neck weighs too much, he can do everything all night long, and he doesn't care about anyone's voodoo curse. The chorus is repeated a few times throughout the song, emphasizing the idea of excess and too much being present in his life.
Skepta is boasting about his success and how he has made it in the music industry. He addresses his haters, suggesting that they are jealous or just plain haters, and him and his friends are way too cool for them. He also talks about how he's still drunk from last night's party and may end up getting with his friend's girl, without any care in the world. Overall, the song is a high-energy and cocky anthem that celebrates living life without limits and not caring about anyone or anything else.
Line by Line Meaning
See the money on my mind, that's way too much (way too much)
I'm obsessed with making money, it's all I think about and it's becoming too much
See the drink in my cup, that's way too much
I'm drinking too much, it's becoming a problem
See the girl on my left, that's way too much (way too much)
I have too many women in my life and it's causing me stress
Big Fekky and Skepta, what the fuck are they gonna say to us?
I don't care what others think about us, Big Fekky and I are doing our own thing
I'm still drunk off that bubbly
I'm still feeling the effects of my alcohol consumption
I'm still here, saying "Come on then, touch me"
I'm feeling confident and invincible, daring others to challenge me
Tell your girlfriend to stay up out my DMs
I'm warning others to keep their girlfriends away from me
Might catch me in the BM with your B-itch
I might be seen in a luxury car with a woman, and I don't care if she's someone else's girlfriend
You know me, I'm doing alright, me, I'm doing alright
I'm doing well financially and in life overall
I can do it all night, do it in black, do it in white
I can party and have sex all night long, and it doesn't matter the race of the woman
'Cause it's way too much, I can't say too much
I'm dealing with too many issues and problems, and I can't even talk about them all
But the chain on my neck weigh too much
The chain I'm wearing around my neck is very heavy and expensive
Way too nuts, shut up
I'm feeling overwhelmed and stressed, so I need people to stop talking and bothering me
Me and my brothers get wavy, way too much
My group of friends and I indulge in drugs and alcohol to an excessive degree
Can't wait 'til the day 'til I sit here and say we made it, way too much
I'm looking forward to the day when we are successful and financially stable
One more bottle, I'mma drop my brother, I'm faded, I'm faded
I'm so drunk that I might accidentally hurt one of my friends
Think you can leave your girl round us, you're crazy, way too much
It's a bad idea to bring your girlfriend around us, we have a reputation for being players
Bu-bu-bu-bu-bu-bu-bang
An onomatopoetic sound, possibly representing a gunshot or a slang term for sex
My friend, big Fekky from way back when
Fekky is a long-time friend of mine
I was out here repping my ends, and you was in bed by ten
I was out representing my neighborhood and making money, while you were sleeping
You see now, they're just hating, way too much
People are jealous of our success and are talking negatively about us
Pay 50 for the coupe, way too much, yeah
I spent too much money on my expensive car
Me and my Gs get purse
Me and my friends make money and are successful
See me in the club, all the girls on me
I attract a lot of attention from women when I go out to clubs and parties
Don't give a shit what a man's worth
I don't care about another man's wealth or status
Don't give a shit if your girl's nails are on fleek
I don't care how good another man's girlfriend looks
Give a fuck about your voodoo curse
I don't believe in superstition or supernatural curses
God bless me, you can't put your spells on me
I have faith in God, and I'm not afraid of any curses or magic
Fekky said he wanted a verse
Fekky asked for a collaboration with me as a rapper
I said "don't put anybody else on, please"
I asked Fekky to not feature any other rappers on the song
'Cause big man ting
I'm a big shot or important figure
Nowadays is death by association
Being associated with the wrong people can be harmful or dangerous
Every day I pray to the most high
I pray to God every day for protection and guidance
Them man are following Satan
Some people are influenced by evil or negative forces
Man are working with some different energies
People are pursuing different goals and motivations
Everybody knows, it's blatant
It's obvious to everyone what's going on
Ask Julie, ask Jason
Referencing specific people who can confirm the truth of what's happening
Or Jme, them man ain't adjacent
Jme and his crew are not associated or involved with the negative energy
I go way-way back
I have a long history or connection to something
Something like Microsoft
Using Microsoft as a reference to something that has been around for a long time
But sometimes, see this internet war?
Referring to online drama or conflicts
Fam, I swear down I'm so lost
I'm confused or overwhelmed by the drama and don't know how to deal with it
But I stay lost in my own mind
I prefer to stay focused on my own thoughts and ideas, rather than the drama around me
So there won't be a day when I go off
I won't let anyone or anything push me to my breaking point
If man are talking too much shit, fam
If people are talking negatively about me or my crew
I switch the iPhone off
I ignore their messages or comments and focus on myself
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSEPH OLAITAN ADENUGA, SIMEON OGUNDIPE, TYLER LUKE FAGAN, TYRONE GAITSKELL FAGAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jay Cee
The way the beat builds up in levels is genius
Simeon Katende
Fax
Soldier69
Saw Skepta live and it was just a fight left right and centre, mad energy the man knows how to perform
Ben Franklin
Fekky coming with a fresh tune and as per usual it's a banger. And wot a top collab with skeppy.
John Wick
Skepta never disappoints me
Beanie Colg
0:07 that fucking walk man hahahaa
TheHairyClevage
Shane Colgan Mans doin a Liam Gallagher !!
YANI
Shane Colgan It never gets old LOL
Luke Taylor
Shane Colgan mans moving like Vince McMahon from WWE Loool
Connor 2023
When you finally get off work on pay day