Skepta - — Hypocrisy

Skepta produced the beat himself, creating a high-energy, bouncy "heater" that stays true to his Grime foundations while appealing to a global audience.

"Hypocrisy" is a significant self-produced single by Grime heavyweight , released in July 2017. The track serves as a bold rebuttal to critics and a statement of independence from mainstream industry standards. Key Themes & Lyrics Skepta - Hypocrisy

The song was later included on his surprise Vicious EP , which dropped on Halloween in 2017. Critical Reception Skepta produced the beat himself, creating a high-energy,

He uses this line to mock the idea that material wealth makes him "phoney," asserting that despite his success, he remains authentic to his fans and himself. Production & Visuals Key Themes & Lyrics The song was later

In a standout second verse, Skepta reveals he turned down an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire). He raps, "The MBE got rejected / I'm not tryna be accepted," emphasizing his commitment to his roots over institutional validation.