Skepta was originally a DJ from Tottenham-based grime crew 'Meridian Crew'. He then began searching for something new after the Meridian Crew broke up in 2005. Skepta, and his brother JME, joined Roll Deep for a short period of time before becoming new members of Boy Better Know in 2006. In 2006 he clashed Devilman for the DVD Lord of the Mics 2, remembered as one of the biggest grime clashes. This clash created a long running dispute between the two MCs starting a war with dubs being exchanged in 2015. The album Greatest Hits was released on 17 September 2007 which featured 'Boy Better Know'.
Skepta self-released the first single "Rolex Sweep" in September 2008 and reached number 89 on the UK Singles Chart. Skepta then released the album Microphone Champion on 1 June 2009. He then also released single "Too Many Man" with JME, Wiley, Frisco and Shorty, which went to chart at number 79.
Boy Better Know is an English grime group and record label. The group was founded in North London by JME alongside his brother Skepta in 2005 as an independent record label and a means to publish their music.
Skepta falls under the genre of grime and rap. This type of music may attract a younger audience (13-18 years). Boys are more likely to listen to this music as it is usually more violent and abusive. Although girls could enjoy this music and feel socially accepted and feel part of a group. Rap music doesn't normally have a melody but more so a beat.
Skepta sung with another famous rapper Kanye West. Who is also well known for his violent, loud and disruptive music.
Skepta's locations for his music videos tend to be in estates with a group of people rather then just on his own. This could connote he has a big fan base and big group of friends. His audience might aspire to be like him and surround them selves in a big group. Even though a lot of people are present in his video there is no dance routine, the group of people are just standing around Skepta keeping him safe. But he also stands out from the group of people he is standing around with clothing. e.g in the 'Shutdown' music video he is wearing white when everyone around him is wearing black, Skepta is also above them by sitting on a wall or standing.
Much like in his music video 'It ain't safe' he has surrounded him self with a group of people.
From watching his music videos and knowing his music he tends to cover up his identity this could make the audience feel as though they shouldn't trust anyone other then his friends and not tell anyone your business.
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