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BRITs 2018: Stormzy Steals the Show with 'Gang Signs & Prayer' Medley

What a superstar...

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Wednesday, February 21, 2018 - 19:26

There's no denying that we are huge Stormzy fans. Ever since he released his debut single 'Know Me From' in 2015, we have followed his career with admiration and pride. From Platinum singles to Number 1 albums, the beloved rapper is killing it right now.

The 'Shut Up' hitmaker closed the BRITs tonight and it's safe to say that it was the performance of the evening.

WATCH STORMZY'S BRILLIANT 'CIGARETTES & CUSH' VIDEO HERE...

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I'm sorry that I'm late
And I missed your call
But you know night turn into day
I didn't stop to pause
I know I never see your face
And baby, that's my fault
But I'ma fix all my mistakes
So don't stress no more

You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush (alright)
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush (alright)
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush (alright)
You don't ever let me down

You don't ever let me down
Got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
All those other girls just look
They ain't never takin' your crown
And girl I know it gets on your nerves sometimes
When I don't answer my phone
And yeah I double back on my words at times
But please don't start with that tone, 'cause girl
I love you, you know, but I can't be there
But when I get home, just roll my weed, yeah
What's mine is yours, give you space to breathe here
Just weed and cush, that's a major key here
Yeah, then you play me a song
Smokin' smoke 'til we're wavy and gone
Come home from a long hard day with the dons
Like where's my baby? I'm sorry it's been long

I'm sorry that I'm late
And I missed your call
But you know night turn into day
I didn't stop to pause
I know I never see your face
And baby, that's my fault
But I'ma fix all my mistakes
So don't stress no more

You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down

As much as you think you're a thorn
In the way that you feel, I come home
Every day when it rains
But it's real
Between us, ground so far beneath us
Sometimes I can't read ya
But it don't mean I won't treat ya
To a blunt full of that reefer
We may get in fights
But I could never see me leavin'
Somethin' 'bout our [?] the high can bring us
Sober just don't please us
If you're wondering, yeah, I'm still here because I see us
But Mary makes it easy to talk to you
Aww, yeah
'Cause sometimes I just can't spill my thoughts to you
I took you in every day
At the end of every day I belong to you
Belong to you
I'll still pass the bong to you
I'll write a song to you
I'll do no wrong to you

I'm sorry that I'm late
And I missed your call
But you know night turn into day
I didn't stop to pause
I know I never see your face
And baby, that's my fault
But I'ma fix all my mistakes
So don't stress no more

You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
You got those cigarettes and cush
You don't ever let me down
I promise

You don't ever let me down
I won't ever let you down
'Cause you don't ever let me down
I won't ever let you down
'Cause you don't ever let me down
I can't ever let you down, down, down
Down, down, down, down

It's been like a month now
Since you left my side
Got me smokin' a blunt now
But there ain't no vibe
'Cause I fucked up badly
All I did was push
Now there's no more weed
No more cush
And I'm deep in the south side
And I can't find love
I was lookin' for my brown skin
Tryna find that buzz
Now what have you done, Stormz?
Now what have you caused?
And we weren't just bredrens
We were so much more
Girl you was my hero
The beat to my heart
And them tears on your face
Man they tear me apart
Man I just wanna fix you
Fix what I broke
No covers on the sofa
No more smoke
And I pray God saves you
Man I pray all night
I just wanna say thank you
'Cause you saved my life
But I cut you deep
And I know how it looks
Now there's no more weed
No more cush
No more cush
No more cush, yeah
Now there's no more cush
No more cush
Writer(s): Kehlani Ashley Parrish, Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Junior, Dion Wardle, Fraser T Smith Lyrics powered by www.musixmatch.com
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NO. WE ARE NOT JOKING. THE GRIME SUPERSTAR WAS THE UNDISPUTED KING OF THE BRITS.

As any living legend does, Stormzy did not just perform one song at the show but instead, he ran through a medley of his major hits including 'Big For Your Boots' and 'Blinded By Your Grace'. Showing of his unmatched skill, the entire set was breathtaking.

Seriously, we could watch the new British icon perform his music anytime, anywhere, he's that talented.

He also included a incredible moving new freestyle verse dedicated to the victims of the Grenfell fire that called out Theresa May and The Daily Mail, in a moment that has sent Twitter into a frenzy and become immediately iconic.

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The BRITs come at the end of what has been an unprecedented album campaign for Stormzy. Not only was Gang Signs and Prayer one of the most critically acclaimed and best-selling albums of 2017 in the UK but it also produced a huge four hit singles.

It's no surprise that he won Best British Male and Mastercard British Album of the Year at this year's awards show.

We couldn't be happier for the UK superstar. There's no question that he definitely deserves them.

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Stormzy currently stars on Jorja Smith's stunning hit single 'Let Me Down'.

Fingers crossed that he releases more music and big features this year.

Check out our Best Beauty Looks at the BRITS below...

Best Beauty Looks | BRITs 2018

  • Channelling all things 70s, Camila Cabello's sweeping fringe and barely-there makeup look is everything.
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  • You can always rely on Jesy Nelson for the full glam beauty works, and we're digging her auburn locks with warm toned eyes.
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  • Doubling up on the shine, Rita Ora's glossy lids and lips pair perfectly with her tousled curls.
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  • Millie Bobby Brown's effortless low bun and highlighted skin is every lazy girl's dream look.
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  • Giving us absolute glow goals, we're officially in love with Ella Eyre's super dewy skin and simple cat eye.
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  • Leigh-Anne bringing back her braids has given Little Mix fans LIFE, while that inner corner highlight in her eye makeup added some bonus radiance.
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  • Perrie Edwards' chiselled cheekbones, fluffy brows and frosted lips make for a modern take on the 90s look.
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  • Jess Glynne was all about ringing the big, textured hair and clumpy lashes for an edgy look.
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    8 of 13
  • With *that* princess dress to make a statement, it makes sense that Dua Lipa kept her makeup subtle with fluttery lashes and a bold brow.
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  • Hands up if Lottie Moss's retro long fringe and smokey eye combo is making you want to grab the scissors right now? SAME.
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  • Okay, so thanks to Anne-Marie our new favourite beauty combo has to be sleek, shiny silver hair with a classic red lip. Stunning.
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    11 of 13
  • The glowing skin. The sleek baby hairs. The dramatic lashes. The groomed brows. Mabel officially killed it.
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  • Hi Myleene Klass, just to say you've officially made us want to get a balayage long bob immediately.
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    13 of 13

Words: Sam Prance

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