Skepta has officially fired back in the ongoing UK vs. USA rap battle, delivering a blistering diss track titled “Round 2“ in response to Joyner Lucas’s earlier track “Nobody Cares.” The London rapper wasted no time asserting his dominance as he critiques Lucas’s career while showcasing his own international appeal.
In “Round 2,” Skepta boasts about going triple platinum in the U.S., contrasting it with Lucas’s struggles to achieve similar success unless he raps in the third person. He also takes shots at Lucas’s past battle with Tory Lanez, claiming victory in their confrontation, and demands proof of Skepta ever wearing a dress.
The track features a mix of minimalist trap beats and the gritty bounce characteristic of the grime scene, creating a captivating backdrop for Skepta’s sharp delivery. His lyrics are precise and unyielding, focusing on substance rather than gimmicks or viral trends.
The response has garnered mixed reviews from fans, with some praising it as an improvement over Skepta’s previous track, “Friendly Fire,” while others believe Lucas still holds the edge in the battle. Comments on X (formerly Twitter) range from “OK, much better than the first track he did, but I still think it’s a mismatch,” to assertions like “Joyner won. End the battle,” reflecting the divided opinions among listeners.
Joyner Lucas’s original response in “Nobody Cares” leaned heavily on humor and trending topics, but it faced criticism for taking a week to respond. Skepta’s latest diss comes on the heels of his guest appearance during Drake’s headline performance at the Wireless Festival, where Drake supported the UK rap scene, stating that the best lyricists in the world come from London.
As the lyrical rivalry escalates, fans are eagerly awaiting Lucas’s next move in response to “Round 2.” For more updates on this ongoing battle and the latest in hip-hop news, make sure to visit HipHopRaisedMeTheBlog.com!
