Is Raskit a good place to start with Dizzee Rascal?

Yes, Raskit is recommended as a starting point for new Dizzee Rascal listeners. A vibrant blend of grime and hip-hop, showcasing sharp lyrical wit over pulsating beats and eclectic production. Released on July 21, 2017, Raskit is Dizzee Rascal's fifth studio album, arriving a full five years after his previous effort, The Fifth. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his legacy in the UK music scene while also experimenting with contemporary sounds and collaborating with newer artists, marking a subtle return to his roots in grime.

Raskit works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, lyrical agility and clever wit and for upbeat gatherings.

How many songs are on Raskit?

Raskit has 16 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Raskit

Dizzee Rascal · 2017

57 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of grime and hip-hop, showcasing sharp lyrical wit over pulsating beats and eclectic production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Focus Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Wot U Gonna Do? — This track encapsulates Rascal's trademark blend of humor and social commentary, addressing personal responsibility against a backdrop of infectious beats.
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I Ain’t Even Gonna Lie — With its introspective lyrics and catchy hook, this track reveals a more vulnerable side of Rascal while maintaining his distinctive energy.
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Business Man — This song showcases Rascal's clever wordplay and critique of the music industry, highlighting both his experience and fresh perspective.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases varied production and lyrical styles but lacks a strong cohesive narrative throughout.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with rapid-fire delivery, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
Dizzee Rascal employs a conversational style in his lyrics, often switching flows mid-verse, which keeps the listener engaged throughout.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo flow throughout
lyrical agility and clever wit
for upbeat gatherings
engaging tracks for road trips
consistent energy for workouts

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, contemplative music
seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Raskit reflects an evolving sound, diverging from earlier styles in his catalog.
Themes: grime resurgence· music industry critique
Career context: Released on July 21, 2017, Raskit is Dizzee Rascal's fifth studio album, arriving a full five years after his previous effort, The Fifth. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his legacy in the UK music scene while also experimenting with contemporary sounds and collaborating with newer artists, marking a subtle return to his roots in grime.
Stylistic neighbors: Skepta· Wiley· Stormzy