I’m officially looking forward to Skepta’s upcoming project.
Skepta already has a legendary catalog, but The Fork & Knife feels like it could be a particularly big moment. Something about the timing makes me think his music can really connect right now. His new single, “Pandora’s Box,” strengthens that feeling.
The production is delicate, chaotic, moody, and hard-hitting, sometimes seemingly all within the same breath. I know that sounds like four people arguing over what beat to make, but the combination works. It’s something a young Eminem would’ve had a field day with.
Skepta actually approaches it with some similarly restless energy. His flow twists around the instrumental, while his controlled but slightly troubled tone makes the lyrics feel more unsettling. He gets into fighting demons, drug abuse, and the feeling of spiraling beyond your own control.
It’s some deep s**t I’m sure a lot of people can relate to. Not me, though. I’m only addicted to PrizePicks and Bevita cookies.
All jokes aside, “Pandora’s Box” does exactly what a single should: it makes me want the full project.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
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