Skepta

Skepta is a British grime and hip hop artist from Tottenham, London. He rose to prominence in the UK grime scene in the mid-2000s as part of the Boy Better Know collective. His breakthrough came with the 2016 Mercury Prize-winning album Konnichiwa, which featured the hit single "Shutdown". Known for his raw delivery and socially conscious lyrics, he has collaborated with artists including Drake, ASAP Rocky, and Pharrell Williams. Skepta continues to influence UK rap and grime through his independent label and consistent output.