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Energy (Stay Far Away)

Skepta · 2018

3 min · 1 track · grime

A visceral blend of heavy bass lines and sharp lyrical delivery that pushes the boundaries of contemporary grime.

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    Energy (Stay Far Away) — This track encapsulates Skepta's signature style, blending hard-hitting beats with introspective lyrics that reflect personal and societal themes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

73 /100
Treeline
Higher than 77% of albums we've rated

The track showcases strong lyrical content and production but is limited by its single format.

What we noticed

  • The track features a heavy bass line that dominates the mix, creating a visceral soundscape.
  • Skepta's delivery is rapid and sharp, with intricate wordplay that demands close listening.
  • The production incorporates minimalist beats, allowing the vocal performance to take center stage.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single continued Skepta's momentum post-'Konnichiwa' and showcased his evolving sound.
Career context
Released as Skepta's first single in 2018, 'Energy (Stay Far Away)' came after his critically acclaimed album 'Konnichiwa' which won the Mercury Prize. This track marked his continued evolution within the UK rap scene, further solidifying his role as a pioneer in grime music.
Stylistic neighbors
Jme· Giggs· Stormzy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Energy (Stay Far Away) 3:19

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