SK-47 drops “It Was Me”

Coming out of Lewisham in South East London, SK-47 is one of the most promising masked drill artists in the scene. Although he might be a new name to some, SK-47 is far from a newcomer, having made waves with releases on platforms like Mixtape Madness, PACMANTV – The Hotspot, Link Up TV – Hardest Bars and GRM Daily since 2021.

With hits like “Streets In South,” “Verbal” and “Summertime Ridin,” SK-47 has already racked up millions of streams across platforms. Despite facing external conflicts and the takedown of “Streets In South” earlier this year, SK-47 proves resilient, making a triumphant return with his single “Overseas,” which trended as a freestyle on both radio and social media in 2022.

Known for putting fans first, he frequently engages with his audience, posting up with fans at home and overseas. His music, marked by growth and popularity, caught the attention of radio stations such as Ellie Prohan’s “Kiss FM” and Rob Bruce’s “Capital Xtra,” where tracks gained spins and support on their shows.

As he ventures into 2023, SK-47 is set to release his EP SK 24/7. The 6-track body of work combines classic drill beats with hard-hitting, intoxicating rhymes and flows. The lead single, “It Was Me,” perfectly captures SK-47’s compelling sound, channeling vintage Stormzy vibes. SK-47 effortlessly navigates between grime, drill and rap, hitting the sweet spot that’s captivated audiences over the past decade.

The track serves up piquant plucked instrumentation, accompanied by a powerful beat featuring punchy kicks and clacking snaps. SK-47’s razor-sharp vocal flow rides above, creating a slick modern rap cut that builds anticipation for the upcoming EP. The song showcases SK-47’s ability to blend traditional drill elements with a contemporary sound, cementing his place in the evolving landscape of the drill scene.

SK-47’s relentless work ethic and dedication to showcasing his artistic vision and versatility have only scratched the surface. As 2023 unfolds, the Southeast London newcomer stands out as an artist to watch, telling his stories and showcasing his life through the classic drill beats and instrumentation synonymous with his sound. With “It Was Me,” SK-47 kicks off the year with a drill anthem that sets the stage for what promises to be a breakthrough period in his career.

Commenting on the track, he shares, “I made the song It Was Me nearly 2 years ago and it was inspired by Central Cee’s release Pinging, in fact, I originally wrote it to the same beat. When Central says ‘selling them party drugs I’m the one that got the party pinging’, I knew it was mostly lies or massively exaggerated (cap) so I had to make this song to give the music fans the truth from the streets. Hence why I say, ‘It was me, not Cee, got the party pinging.’”

Listen to It Was Me below

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