Two of the biggest names in British rap came together in a moment that celebrated the genre’s evolution. At the prestigious GQ Men of the Year 2024 ceremony in London, grime icon Skepta presented rising star Central Cee with an award.
Central Cee, recently rumoured to be in a relationship with Ice Spice, had a groundbreaking year and was honored for his incredible success in 2024. The West London rapper’s rise has been nothing short of spectacular.
He dominated the charts, with seven U.K. Top 10 hits and a record-breaking 10-week stint at No. 1 with his track “Sprinter,” a collaboration with Dave.
His success didn’t stop there—his collaboration with Lil Baby on “BAND4BAND” also earned major acclaim, and he became the first British rapper to exceed 2 billion streams on Spotify.
Skepta, one of grime’s most influential figures, expressed admiration for Central Cee’s mastery of modern social media, praising the younger rapper’s ability to connect with fans and expand his influence.
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The Knife And Fork rapper also hinted at Central Cee’s limitless potential, fueling excitement for the West London star’s future.
Reflecting on his whirlwind year, Central Cee described the hectic pace of his life, revealing that he and his team were constantly on the move, flying between countries and barely pausing to take in the full scale of his achievements.
Despite the chaos, his focus remains sharp, with plans to release his highly anticipated debut album, Can’t Rush Greatness, in January.
