"Energy (Stay Far Away)" is a song by English grime artist Skepta and Nigerian musician Wizkid.[1] It initially debuted at number 73 on the UK Singles Chart, but reached a peak of number 59 following the release of its music video in September. The song spent a total of 15 weeks on the UK Singles chart.[2][3][4] It has been certified Gold by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).
"Energy (Stay Far Away)" | ||||
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Single by Skepta and Wizkid | ||||
Released | 20 June 2018 | |||
Length | 3:19 | |||
Label | Boy Better Know | |||
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Producer(s) | Sarz | |||
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Pulse Nigeria called it a "groovy song which has a message for anyone with a negative vibe" and a "perfect anthem for clubs".[5] HotNewHipHop called it an "underrated banger" and "just the record to seal Skepta's ambitious switch to the big stage".[6]
The music video for the song was directed by Meji Alabi and features Skepta and Wizkid partying on a beach in Lagos, Nigeria.[3] It pays homage to Fela Kuti.[5] The Fader magazine said the video was full of "palm trees, white beaches, beautiful people, and good vibes",[7] while Hypebeast considered it to be flaunting Nigeria's "enticing culture".[8]
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UK Singles (OCC)[4] | 59 |
UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[9] | 37 |
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United Kingdom (BPI)[10] | Gold | 400,000![]() |
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