His debut album, Gang Signs & Prayer, was released on 24 February 2017, and was the first grime album to reach number one on the UK Albums Chart and won British Album of the Year at the 2018 Brit Awards. In 2019, Stormzy achieved his first UK number-one single with "Vossi Bop" and his headline appearance at the 2019 Glastonbury Festival was widely praised; he wore a Union Jack stab vest designed by Banksy, in light of the rise in knife crime in London. His second album, Heavy Is the Head, was released on 13 December 2019. On 22 September 2022, Stormzy released the single "Mel Made Me Do It" accompanied by an 11-minute music video featuring popular artists, actors and sports figures such as Usain Bolt and José Mourinho. He returned to social media on 12 October 2022 to announce his third album This Is What I Mean, which was recorded on Osea Island in England. It was released on 25 November 2022. The first single to be released was titled "Hide & Seek" on 14 October 2022.
Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr. was born on 26 July 1993 in Croydon, London. His mother is Ghanaian, his father was a taxi driver and he is a cousin of rapper Nadia Rose. He grew up in South Norwood, London, with his mother, brother, and two sisters. Stormzy did not come from a particularly musical household, although he liked music. He attended Stanley Tech South Norwood. He began rapping at the age of 11 and would clash with older rappers at his local youth club.
Pop Boy
Stormzy Lyrics
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And it's like
Yo
Your boy's too hot, put a fan on
I am never under pressure, man, it's pressure that I stand on
I'm not the bruddah you can go and put your hand on
I'm just cooking up some flavor then I mix it like I'm Alan
Cah they had my little brother drenched, dripping in Dior
Long time I was kipping on the floor
Me and Twin B, we the new Jigga and Dior
Flex on 'em, they talking my name then backslide
I ain't even spitting no more, I rap glide
Pree you tryna jump on my boat, it capsize
Coming like I'm one of the GOATs, I'm that nice
So it's old flows, new flows, goals go, do blows
Now I'm on the road doing shows for some euros
Asking how I done it, man, I did it by the grace
Hashtag Merky, that's a pillar of my faith
Old nightmare, coming for the crown, man I'm coming there
Hi there, welcome to my town, yeah, I run it here
Been the top boy for a couple summers here
And I'm popping like the Kente that my mama wears, yeah
So quit running out your mouth
Real bloody niggas coming out the South
So no, I am not the one, man, I just drop for fun
Still got a lot to come, 'fraid you forgot the drums, wait
Ayy, in my city I'm the top boy
And I didn't even have to be in Top Boy
If you're asking what I done then it's a lot, boy
You rap meeks make me wanna be a pop boy
Ayy, in my city I'm the top boy
Mummy always told me give 'em what you got, boy
On a mission so they wishing that I flop, boy
But I'll never stop popping, I'm the pop boy
Yeah, yeah, your boy's too cold, put the heat on
I ain't ever under pressure, man, it's pressure that I feed on
Money movements and shellers, that what my team on
I got TECers, you know it's getting peppered if it's got me on
Stunting for the 'Gram, I don't risk it for a like
Take a second, fam, and have a think about your life
Stop moving so fast, you gotta chill and take your time
You ain't thought about it right if you don't think about it twice
What boy's chatting to me like a top boy?
Bro, I pop bottles and bitches, I never pop toys
Manny way, couple block boys and some hot boys
Stood up on the block, boy, finna drop the top, boy
You hate me and ain't a fan of you
Seen what I done in a year, imagine two?
Young Aitch, I'm going clear and coming through
Quick to switch place, upping a gear and bun a zute like
Flex on 'em, bust a little move for the boomerang
Everybody's sitting and watching me while I do my dance
Trust me this ain't nothing new to gang
Make it by the load, don't have a clue how much juice I drank
Grab a bag when I stack, not a rack
Rack a track, want a plaque, not a whack
Bag of gash tryna chat but it's cap
Get me mad, you ain't bad, man, it's sad
Ayy, in my city I'm the top boy
And I didn't even have to be in Top Boy
If you're asking what I done then it's a lot, boy
You rap meeks make me wanna be a pop boy
Ayy, in my city I'm the top boy
Mummy always told me give 'em what you got, boy
On a mission so they wishing that I flop, boy
But I'll never stop popping, I'm the pop boy
The song "Pop Boy" by STORMZY feat. Aitch is a boastful anthem about their success and dominance in the music industry. STORMZY’s verses contain braggadocio about his effortless skills as a rapper, never feeling pressure, and being praised as one of the greatest of all time. He also mentions the struggles he faced in his early days and how he overcame them to become successful. As for Aitch, he boasts about his talent, accomplishments, and how everyone watches him when he performs his signature dance move.
The title "Pop Boy" is derived from the term "pop music," which mainly means commercial music for a massive audience. It describes how both STORMZY and Aitch are ruling the pop music game in the UK. Another interesting fact is that STORMZY and Aitch frequently reference their hometowns in London and Manchester, respectively, and how they are the kings of their cities. Furthermore, the song has gained popularity among UK artists, with many of them freestyling to the beat on social media.
Also, the line "I didn't even have to be in Top Boy" references the British television drama of the same name that became a popular crime series in the UK. STORMZY made an appearance in the show's final season. Moreover, the track was produced by Fred Again and Martijn ten Velden, who have previously worked with other British artists. Another fascinating fact is that the song’s video features footage of STORMZY and Aitch hanging out with Anthony Joshua, the British professional boxer, and Tottenham forward, Dele Alli.
Chords: G minor, C minor, D minor, A# major
Line by Line Meaning
Your boy's too hot, put a fan on
I am so popular that it's like I'm hot, so you better cool off with a fan.
I am never under pressure, man, it's pressure that I stand on
I never feel the pressure, I stand on it and use it as motivation to continue being successful.
I'm not the bruddah you can go and put your hand on
Don't underestimate me, I'm not someone that you can mess with.
I'm just cooking up some flavor then I mix it like I'm Alan
I'm creating a unique sound and style, mixing it up like a chef named Alan mixes ingredients.
Cah they had my little brother drenched, dripping in Dior
My little brother was wearing a lot of expensive clothing from Dior and was impressing everyone.
Long time I was kipping on the floor
I wasn't always successful and had to sleep on the floor for a long time.
Me and Twin B, we the new Jigga and Dior
My friend Twin B and I have become very successful in the music industry and we are like Jay-Z and Diddy.
Flex on 'em, they talking my name then backslide
I'm so successful that people try to bring me down by talking behind my back but it's pointless.
I ain't even spitting no more, I rap glide
I'm so good at rapping that I don't even have to try, I just flow smoothly.
Pree you tryna jump on my boat, it capsize
If you try to copy my style or join my group, you'll just bring me down or cause it to fail.
Coming like I'm one of the GOATs, I'm that nice
I am one of the greatest of all time and really good at what I do.
So it's old flows, new flows, goals go, do blows
I've got a mix of old and new styles, and I'm going for my goals no matter what it takes.
Now I'm on the road doing shows for some euros
I'm traveling around Europe performing in shows and making money.
Asking how I done it, man, I did it by the grace
People are asking how I became so successful, and I credit it to a higher power or grace.
Hashtag Merky, that's a pillar of my faith
Merky is the name of my brand, and it's a very important part of my beliefs and values.
Old nightmare, coming for the crown, man I'm coming there
Old rivalries or problems from the past are trying to take my success away, but I won't let that happen.
Hi there, welcome to my town, yeah, I run it here
I am the king of my town, and I'm welcoming everyone to see it firsthand.
Been the top boy for a couple summers here
I've been the most successful person in this area for a few years now.
And I'm popping like the Kente that my mama wears, yeah
I'm really popular, like the traditional African fabric my mother wears.
So quit running out your mouth
Stop talking so much and actually do something.
Real bloody niggas coming out the South
There are a lot of tough people from the southern part of the city.
So no, I am not the one, man, I just drop for fun
I'm not the person to mess with, but I rap for enjoyment.
Still got a lot to come, 'fraid you forgot the drums, wait
I have a lot more music to release, and don't forget about the important drums in the music.
Ayy, in my city I'm the top boy
I'm the most successful person in my city.
And I didn't even have to be in Top Boy
I didn't need to be on a popular show like Top Boy to get my success.
If you're asking what I done then it's a lot, boy
If you want to know what I've achieved, it's actually quite impressive.
You rap meeks make me wanna be a pop boy
Other rappers who aren't as successful make me want to be even more successful.
Mummy always told me give 'em what you got, boy
My mom always told me to do my best and give it my all.
On a mission so they wishing that I flop, boy
People are hoping I fail, but I won't let that happen.
But I'll never stop popping, I'm the pop boy
I'll always be successful and keep popping in the music industry.
I ain't ever under pressure, man, it's pressure that I feed on
I don't get nervous or stressed, I use pressure as motivation to succeed.
Money movements and shellers, that what my team on
My team is focused on making money and hustling to achieve success.
I got TECers, you know it's getting peppered if it's got me on
My friends have guns, and if someone is bothering me, they will use them.
Stunting for the 'Gram, I don't risk it for a like
I'm not willing to do dangerous things just for attention on social media.
Take a second, fam, and have a think about your life
Stop and think about your choices and actions, bro.
Stop moving so fast, you gotta chill and take your time
Slow down and relax, don't rush everything and make mistakes.
You ain't thought about it right if you don't think about it twice
You haven't really considered something if you don't think about it twice.
What boy's chatting to me like a top boy?
Who does this person think they are, talking to me like they're the most successful in the city?
Bro, I pop bottles and bitches, I never pop toys
I enjoy the luxury lifestyle, drinking expensive alcohol and being around beautiful women, but I never get involved in any violence.
Manny way, couple block boys and some hot boys
There are some tough guys from Manchester, as well as people who have made it big in music.
Stood up on the block, boy, finna drop the top, boy
Standing in a rough area, but getting ready to drive my expensive car and show off.
You hate me and ain't a fan of you
I know some people don't like me, but I don't like them either.
Seen what I done in a year, imagine two?
I've achieved so much in one year, so just imagine what I'll do in two years.
Young Aitch, I'm going clear and coming through
As a young person named Aitch, I'm seeing through any obstacles and succeeding.
Quick to switch place, upping a gear and bun a zute like
I'm always ready to change things up and work harder, and I like to smoke weed to relax.
Flex on 'em, bust a little move for the boomerang
I'll show off and do a little dance for social media just to prove my success.
Everybody's sitting and watching me while I do my dance
People are really interested in what I'm doing and watching me closely as I dance.
Trust me this ain't nothing new to gang
This is a normal thing for my friends and me.
Make it by the load, don't have a clue how much juice I drank
I make a lot of money and have no idea how much alcohol or drugs I've consumed.
Grab a bag when I stack, not a rack
I save my money when I earn it, instead of spending it all.
Rack a track, want a plaque, not a whack
I want to create a popular song that earns me an award or plaque, not a bad song.
Bag of gash tryna chat but it's cap
There are a lot of unattractive people trying to flirt with me, but it's not going to happen.
Get me mad, you ain't bad, man, it's sad
If you annoy me, it doesn't make you tough or bad, it just makes me frustrated with you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fred Gibson, Harrison Armstrong, Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Junior
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I wasnt even gonna do one but...
Fuck your bandanas, we dnot see no colours
I want a holiday, I tell 'er pack your luggage
They're like Stormz, why you only doing covers
I'm sitting on some bangers you can go and such your mothers
But for now I might just take a little tune and then I kill it
We're just warming up a second in minute
Got the E.P coming sooner when we're finished
I just dash my boy a drawer 'nd tell him bin it, OH LORD!
I'm the one to get it popping
I just phone my brudda Flips, we'll go and shop it
Another nigga's talking shit, I need a coffin
And we don't care about your taper when its dropping, nigga oh shit
Promoters on the phone, he's got a booky
I got some pagans on the phone, they say they're looking for me
Got your girlfriend on my phone, she's got some pussy for me
I give my little brudda ?? and make him cook it for me
All this talking's gonna get a nigga into beef shit
I'm on my ????? shit
They're talking recky but them niggas haven't seen shit
I've seen them turn some gangstas into pussies, nigga real quick
Real quick, run Stormz, run Stormz
Please Stormz, that nigga's got a gun Stormz
They love Stormz, so if that nigga bun Stormz
They'll come for him, you can put that on my mum boy
Is this the karma
You're talking doe but you can't even bring your son up
They always miss but they just love the fancy run up
Selfies with my bitch, we're taking pictures looking tun up
And yeah, man I gotta put him on, my brudda's waiting for me
I just had a meeting with my man, he told me 'play it for me'
I aint even saying nothing, please just keep on praying for me
Still a couple niggas that still owe a couple favours for me
But we're gonna cash 'em all in when we need it
Heard your songs, they're kinda wack, yeah I don't feel it
They couldn't say it to my face they had to tweet it
Still thinking why they got me on the remix, that's some other shit
You wanted more, I dropped The Second Quarter through
If he needs it, then I've got a year, I'll sort it through
Yeah we're humble, you won't ever know we brought it through
That brudda's thirsty, can we please just get some water through
And 1 litre, 2 litre, 3 litres man he's thirsty
Couple man are old, they're in their thirties
My brudda stabbed me in my back, he done me dirty
And if I'm down my brudda ?? will reimburse me
Real nigga shit, real nigga shit, yeah
Real nigga shit, real nigga shit, yeah
Murky!!