Uk Drill

Uk drill is a genre of rap music that originated in South London in the mid-2010s, characterized by its dark, gritty sound and often nihilistic lyrics. Musically, it's defined by its slow-burning tempo, typically between 90-110 BPM, and heavy, syncopated rhythms, often accompanied by sparse, atmospheric instrumentation and haunting melodies. Vocals are often delivered in a deadpan, drawling style, with a focus on storytelling and vivid descriptions of life in London's streets. Emerging from the UK's road rap scene, uk drill drew inspiration from Chicago drill, grime, and trap, but its unique blend of British slang, introspective lyrics, and sonic experimentation set it apart. By 2017-2018, uk drill had gained mainstream popularity, with many artists achieving viral success on platforms like YouTube and SoundCloud. Despite controversy surrounding its alleged links to gang violence, uk drill has been praised for its raw, unflinching portrayal of urban life, offering a powerful voice to marginalized communities and cementing its place as a significant force in contemporary British music.

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No Wahala (with Currency Baba)
Single - Released May 2, 2025

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AM
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Bandokay
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Booter Bee
Buni
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Chinx (OS)
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Dimzy
E1 (3x3)
East Bay
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Fumez The Engineer
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Ghet
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Headie One
HoodBlaq
Horrid1
Irokz
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Kenny Allstar
Krillz
Kwengface
Kyla
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Link up TV
Loski
M1llionz
M24
MGEE
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Mandem Yopic
Mazza_l20
Mixtape Madness
Morrisson
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OFB
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Rushy
Russ Millions
Rv
Rxmi
SAFE
SR
SamRecks
Sav'o
SavonTheNine
Shevv
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Skengdo
Smilez
Snap Capone
So London
Sosa
Sosa La M
Still Brickin'
Suspect OTB
Swift
T Scam
Tbish
Tiny Boost
Tion Wayne
TopOppGen
VonOff1700
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Youngs Teflon
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dopesmoke
yMontana
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Stormzy
Aitch
HoodBlaq
AJ Tracey
Headie One
Fivio Foreign
Russ Millions
Nines
Irokz
Tion Wayne
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FT Kings
Sosa La M
Blanco
Clavish
Central Cee
K-Trap
Pozer
Fumez The Engineer
Kairo Keyz
Mixtape Madness
BIG KAY SMG
Buni
Pete & Bas
JAY1
Booter Bee
ASHE 22
Benzz
Kwengface
Bandokay
Abra Cadabra
Mazza_l20
SR
MGEE
M24
SamRecks
dutchavelli
CB
Sav'o
Kyla
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Rushy
LouiVos
E1 (3x3)
Loski
Kenny Allstar
M1llionz
Youngs Teflon
163Margs
LD
Double Lz
OFB
JS x YD
Sus
ZT (3x3)
Morrisson
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Nito NB
DigDat
Stay Flee Get Lizzy
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Horrid1
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Shevv
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Skengdo
Dee Green
MLizzy
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AM
Tiny Boost
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V9
Teeway
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DoRoad
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PS Hitsquad
Offica
Bis
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dopesmoke
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T Scam
Dimzy
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Still Brickin'
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