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Greatest Hits

Skepta · 2007

47 min · 14 tracks · grime · UK rap

A dynamic blend of gritty beats and sharp lyrics that encapsulate the essence of grime culture.

Greatest Hits is an album by Skepta, released in 2007. A dynamic blend of gritty beats and sharp lyrics that encapsulate the essence of grime culture. 'Greatest Hits' is significant for its role in bringing grime to a wider audience, capturing the genre's raw energy. The album helped Skepta secure his position as a leading figure in UK rap, contributing to his later mainstream success. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Greatest Hits sound like?

A dynamic blend of gritty beats and sharp lyrics that encapsulate the essence of grime culture. Rooted in grime and UK rap.

What makes Greatest Hits by Skepta notable?

'Greatest Hits' is significant for its role in bringing grime to a wider audience, capturing the genre's raw energy. The album helped Skepta secure his position as a leading figure in UK rap, contributing to his later mainstream success. Released in 2007, 'Greatest Hits' arrived as Skepta was solidifying his status in the UK grime scene following his debut album, 'African Boy'. This compilation showcases his evolution as an artist during a pivotal time when grime began gaining mainstream attention.

How many songs are on Greatest Hits?

Greatest Hits has 14 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·47:16

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Journey 2:17
  • 2 I’m There 3:08
  • 3 Doin’ It Again Standout 3:45
  • 4 Listen Up 3:17
  • 5 I Spy Standout 2:46
  • 6 Single 2:49
  • 7 Ayia Napa 2006 Skit 2:43
  • 8 Greatest Hits 2:54
  • 9 In a Corner 3:23
  • 10 Not Your Average Joe 3:32
  • 11 Sweet Mother 3:12
  • 12 Shape Shifting 2:58
  • 13 Blood, Sweat and Tears 3:42
  • 14 Cold Turkey / Single (remix) Standout 6:43

Release Date

September 17, 2007

Genre

UK rap, grime

More albums in UK rap

Artist Origin

Nigeria

Runtime

47 min 16 sec