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