"Hype" arrived as a standalone single in 2016, notable for its aggressive energy and a beat that felt like a deliberate return to the raw sound of grime's past, a contrast to some of his more pop-oriented singles from the preceding years.
- The track was produced by Teddy Killerz, a Russian electronic music trio known for their drum and bass work.
- "Hype" samples the 1999 song "The Rhythm" by underground UK garage act Unlimited.
- The single was released by Universal-Island Records Ltd.
Dizzee Rascal is a grime MC from Bow, East London, widely credited as a key figure in the genre's early development and mainstream crossover. By 2016, he had moved beyond the initial grime explosion, experimenting with broader electronic and pop sounds while maintaining his distinctive vocal delivery.
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