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"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
300 
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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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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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