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Joyner Lucas reignites the UK vs. US rap rivalry with his fiery diss track “Round 2 K.O.” aimed squarely at Skepta.
The transatlantic rap feud between Joyner Lucas and Skepta is heating up again following Lucas’ release of “Round 2 K.O.,” a direct response to Skepta’s “Round 2.” What began as a playful jab has evolved into a full-blown lyrical battle, capturing the attention of hip-hop fans on both sides of the Atlantic.
Skepta initially sparked the rivalry earlier this month by challenging American rappers to a UK vs. US lyrical showdown. He took the first shot with “Friendly Fire,” mocking Lucas’ so-called “lyrical miracle” style. Lucas didn’t hesitate to clap back with “Nobody Cares,” asserting his lyrical superiority and questioning Skepta’s relevance in today’s rap landscape.
In “Round 2 K.O.,” Lucas goes for the jugular with lines like, “Stop talkin’ ’bout hits and that platinum shit / Lil’ ho, you barely went sheet metal,” and “How you gon’ steal ASAP Rocky swag / And fuck it all up and go gay with it? (Innit).” He further takes aim at Skepta’s ties to Drake and OVO, accusing him of chasing clout with the bar: “You got a lil’ cosign and you proud of it / You’ll do anythin’ just to get a lil’ OVO chain, even swallow it.”
Beyond personal attacks, Lucas also challenges Skepta’s artistic identity, mocking his fashion choices and referencing his performance with Drake at Wireless Festival: “I seen you in an interview dressed like a bitch, I guess you really a top boy.”
Skepta, on the other hand, initially played coy, saying he “wasn’t even going to reply” to Lucas, though he eventually answered with “Round 2.” The grime veteran has long wanted a lyrical clash with an American artist, famously stating, “I want to clash with an American rapper. Let’s finally put this UK/US rap discussion to rest.”
Lucas’ boldness in stepping up to Skepta has stirred debate in the hip-hop community. While some fans are calling Lucas the clear winner in this round, others feel the diss lacked the knockout punch its title promises. Either way, this UK vs. US beef has reignited interest in lyrical sparring and the competitive spirit of hip-hop.
Source: www.hot97.com
