Graftin'

Dizzee Rascal

About Graftin'

"Graftin'" is the sixth single from British rapper Dizzee Rascal and the third and final single from his second album Showtime. The single was a double A-side with "Off 2 Work", which was a previously unreleased new song. The single release of "Off 2 Work" / "Graftin'" became Dizzee Rascal's lowest charting single to date and his first to miss the top forty, peaking at number forty-four, despite "Off 2 Work" being previously unreleased.


Year:
2004
3:27
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So what you thinkin' 'bout London city now aye, who dya city love
[Background] West London, South London
I'm the London hustler a golden grind, grind. Young hustlers we graft all the time dawn or dark
Non stop UK walk

Yo as a hustler in the city before I came to stack Lord knows I got the devil on ma back so call
When I gotta stay on track dog e god and I'll stay if you like in the LD and what I done to attract
Calm that I can show you where its at first things first get a block n a flat next up get a black
Hoodie n a hat livin' in the big brothers camera view givin' my axe to the boys in blue. straight 5
Years gettin' caught that's you, sittin' in the cell still wonderin' who don't keep quiet n keep it on
A diet ask you're self wot bout Steve *** not Stu. pissed off with not a lot to do and the word on the
Street don't ever seem new and resistin' arrest don't even seem true endless heart who do you believe
N will it ever relieve the lonliness lets see if you remain convinced on my you know what the
Streets are like a few more words a couple more rages other than that not a lot else changes

[Chorus:]
Sky looks green
London city wish they graftin' 'cause were gritty
*hustle hustle hustle, hustle hustle hustle 'cause there means 
Sky looks green
London city wish they graftin 'cause were gritty

I used to roll your money up against the wall whenever I played hopscotch, well I'm clinical
Parkin' life 'cause I'm back in the white mans cotch I'm bein' doin' this since papa ? I don't want any
Boy in my face invadin' my space or bring on star and watch!
I'll end your hours on the clock I'll end your days you'll think I'm crazed when I give you big black
Clock end you're sentence...full stop.
Now what you gonna say about gats I kno you're platinum or not you're fought all you're rhymes on spot but
I'm probably everythin' that you're not. you're totally mad you've lost the plot do you even consider gettin'
Me gone carried off to a hospital like a shot ontop of a table ? I'll dictate n relagate who's
Heavyweight I'm king on the ring make music instinct you kno I do everythiiin.

[Chorus:]

Damn right yeh
Young hustlers london city stand up
Ama show you its gritty out ere
Ye man serious...
You beta know you betta understand 
Its Dizzee Rascal SOLO
I'm ERE WOT!
Everyone stand up
Dizzee Rascal GIZZA BELL!
I swear to you...

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Dizzee Rascal

Dylan Kwabena Mills (born 18 September 1984), better known by his stage name Dizzee Rascal, is an English rapper, MC, songwriter and record producer with African roots in Ghana and Nigeria. His music is a blend of grime, garage, hip hop, rap, electronic and R&B. Best known for his number-one hits "Dance wiv Me," "Bonkers," "Holiday," "Dirtee Disco" & "Shout," his debut album, Boy in da Corner, won him the 2003 Mercury Prize. Follow-up albums Showtime, Maths + English and Tongue n' Cheek have all been critically acclaimed and certified gold, the last going platinum for sales exceeding 300,000 units in the United Kingdom. more »

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Written by: DYLAN KWABENA MILLS

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10 facts about this song

Song Title
"Graftin'" is a song by British rapper Dizzee Rascal.
Album
This song is from his second studio album, "Showtime," which was released on September 6th, 2004.
Chart Performance
Though not released as a single, the album "Showtime" peaked at number 8 on the UK Albums Chart.
Unique Style
The song showcases Dizzee Rascal's trademark abrasive, high-energy rap style.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics of "Graftin'" reflect upon Rascal’s own experiences with the street culture of London and the difficulties of escaping its influence.
British Slang
The term "Graftin'" is a slang term that commonly refers to hard work or laboring, especially referring to illicit or street activities.
Musical Influence
The song incorporates elements of grime, UK garage and hip-hop, which is a blend that helped Dizzee Rascal establish his unique sound.
Reception
The song was well-received for its gritty depiction of urban life, reflecting the reality of many youths in London.
Live Performances
"Graftin'" has been performed live by Dizzee Rascal at various concerts and music festivals.
Production
Just like the rest of the "Showtime" album, "Graftin'" was written and produced by Dizzee Rascal himself.

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