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Skepta Confirms No Retirement Plans

British rapper Skepta denies retirement after five years of hints, vowing to release new album soon.

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Nov 5, 2026

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Skepta Confirms No Retirement Plans

British rapper Skepta denies retirement after five years of hints, vowing to release new album soon.

In brief

British rapper Skepta denies retirement after five years of hints, vowing to release new album soon. Skepta, the British rapper, says he will never retire from music despite past retirement speculation. Originally reported by VICE.

Skepta hints at retirement

Five years ago, British rapper Skepta hinted at retirement from music.

Skepta denies retirement

Skepta says he will never retire from music despite past retirement speculation.

Skepta's music mindset

Skepta's music mindset

Skepta explains music is how he thinks, not a hobby, with lyrics coming spontaneously.

New album release

Skepta is about to drop his sixth studio album, The Fork and Knife, in 2024.

Album content focus

The Fork and Knife features purposeful lyrics, avoiding fantasy modes for everyday expression.

The headline

Skepta, the British rapper, says he will never retire from music despite past retirement speculation.

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