Justin Bieber is the second collaboration between Smoke Boys and Dizzee of late, following Act Like You Know (September 10th), where Dizzee enlisted the help of Swift and Deepee for his latest album, E3 AF. 

Produced by talented artists MKthePlug and Gottionem, Justin Bieber has all the ingredients for a grime hit. Its deep bassline, hooky riff and repetitive string-inspired backing track gives Justin Bieber the defiant, attention-commanding attitude for success in the UK grime scene. 

Swift kicks off the track with a razor-sharp lyrical wit that continues to the song’s end. The harsh bars on Justin Bieber are not surprising from Smoke Boys, who are known for taking no prisoners lyrically in previous songs like No Heart, Lock Arf and Trapping Ain’t Dead.

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The chemistry between Dizzee and Smoke Boys is undeniable on Justin Bieber. Smoke Boys dominate the first half of the track, with Dizzee matching the song’s initial high-energy in his verse. Justin Bieber is certainly further proof that Smoke Boys and fellow Londoner Dizzee work immensely well together!  The music video for Justin Bieber was shared on YouTube last night via popular grime channel, GRM Daily. Obtaining a staggering 114,000 views, Justin Bieber was received excitedly by the UK grime scene. 

 

 

 

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Justin Bieber Out Nowwwww‼️‼️‼️Via @grmdaily ft @dizzeerascal prod.by @mktheplug @gottionemShot by @jmornix @dijianeccles everyone go watch & stream that nowwwdrop any emoji in the comments or tag a friend or add to your stories A post shared by Formerly Known As SECTION BOYZ (@smokeboys) on Sep 25, 2020 at 11:45am PDT

Smoke Boys also took to Instagram yesterday to share news of Justin Bieber. Sharing a snippet of the music video, the post received nearly 4,000 likes.

The release of Justin Bieber follows Smoke Boys recently announcing an incoming mixtape, All The Smoke. Unfortunately, All The Smoke will be the final project from rap collective Smoke Boys.

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Previously known as Section Boyz, a name they had to discard after a legal battle, Smoke Boys confirmed that sadly, All The Smoke will be their last album together. In a post on Twitter, Smoke Boys wrote in an official statement: “It’s been a pleasure to actually say we’ve made a mark in the music industry with some of the historical events we made happen. Let’s make this one to remember. ALL THE SMOKE”. Although the release date for Smoke Boy’s last project is unconfirmed, the group will ensure they end their journey together with a bang. 

Group Smoke Boys is made up of members Knine, Inch, Deepee, Sleeks, Littlez and Swift. Since their debut album Don’t Panic in 2015, Smoke Boys have pushed boundaries in their music and have been pioneers in the modern UK rap and grime. 

The latest album from Smoke Boys is Paper Cuts. Released on July 17th 2020, Paper Cuts contains the ice-cool tracks One Step Forward, All For Da Cheddar, Details and COVID Drought. 

Justin Bieber is out now.

Act Like You Know is the second taster from Dizzee Rascal’s impending album, E3 AF, and follows the previously released L.L.L.L collaboration with Chip. Set for release on October 9th, E3 AF will be the seventh studio album from grime forefather Dizzee, and will follow the 2017 released, Raskit. E3 AF can be preordered here.

A ten-track record, E3 AF marks the Dizzee’s first album completely written, recorded and produced in the UK. Produced by Vader Beats and Mk The Plug, the track is aggressive in the best possible way. 

Act Like You Know is the perfect example as to why Dizzee Rascal remains a leading figure in the UK rap and grime scene. From the get-go, Rascal’s lyrical wordplay packs a punch. Dizzee indignantly questions an unnamed opponent, asking “Are you slow?/If so, better move like dice and act like you roll”

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Everyone go listen to my new one ‘Act Like You Know’ featuring Smoke Boys @swiftsb @deepeesb out on all platforms right now ! Large Up @mktheplug & @vaderbeatz at @thebrigadenetwork on production. Got a mad video for this one on the way and the new album E3 AF is out October 9th . Pre Order Available now. Link in the Bio

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Dizzee’s bars paired with the simple yet effective grime beat makes the track instantly ear-catching. The lyrical panache that Dizzee is long-famed for shines through.

Dizzee simply laughs off any antagonists who come his way, saying “Now the mandem wanna throw pebbles/Better act like you know I stood firm/Man, I never been pressed by none of these devils”. Now more than ever, Act Like You Know shows that the Bonkers rapper is still not to be messed with. 

Smoke Boys maintain the song’s playful vibe, and are certainly on a par with Dizzee’s lyrical genius. Smoke Boys member Deepee says mischievously: “These shots hit your chest if you’re feelin’ heroic/Catch ‘em like COVID/Big Beamer now, bro was trappin’ out a Focus/Took a L, lost out, still got it”

Dizzee Rascal premiered Act Like You Know on his YouTube channel, Dirtee TV, on September 10th. Receiving over 12,000 views, Act Like You Know is already a hit amongst Dizzee’s dedicated fanbase. 

Dizzee Rascal took to social media yesterday to share Act Like You Know with his huge fanbase. In a post to Instagram, Dizzee gave a shout out to collaborators Smoke Boys, and confirmed an incoming music video for the track. Writing in the caption: “Got a mad video for this one on the way!” Dizzee’s celebratory post has gathered over 8,000 likes and views. 

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A Few highlights from my #Ratedawards performance. Massive shout to @grmdaily for giving me the Legacy award!New album #E3AF out October 9th

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Act Like You Know is out now. The full tracklist for E3 AF can also be found below:

1.Happy Accident (feat. P Money)
2. What’s That (feat. Frisco & D Double E)
3. Body Loose
4. Trappish (feat. Chip)
5. You Don’t Know
6. Niona (feat. Steel Banglez & Alicai Harley)
7. Act Like U Know (feat. Smoke Boys)
8. Eastside (feat. Ghetts & Kano)
9. Dead Space (feat. Ocean Wisdom)
10. Moon Ting