Energy (Stay Far Away)

"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 Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).

"Energy (Stay Far Away)"
Single by Skepta and Wizkid
Released20 June 2018
Length3:19
LabelBoy Better Know
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)Sarz
Skepta singles chronology
"Pure Water"
(2018)
"Energy (Stay Far Away)"
(2018)
"Praise the Lord (Da Shine)"
(2018)

Critical reception

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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]

Music video

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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]

Charts

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Chart (2018) Peak
position
UK Singles (OCC)[4] 59
UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[9] 37

Certifications

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Region Certification Certified units/sales
United Kingdom (BPI)[10] Platinum 600,000

Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

References

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  1. ^ "Energy (Stay Far Away) - Single by Skepta & Wizkid". Music.apple.com. 20 June 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  2. ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100 | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  3. ^ a b "Skepta And Wizkid Party In Lagos For "Energy (Stay Far Away)" Video". Complex.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  4. ^ a b "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
  5. ^ a b Ohunyon, Ehis (6 September 2018). "Skepta - Energy (Stay Far Away) feat. Wizkid". Pulse.ng. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  6. ^ "Skepta Plans His Homecoming With WizKid On "Energy (Stay Far Away)"". HotNewHipHop.com. 6 September 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  7. ^ "Skepta and WizKid head to Nigeria for their "Energy" video". Thefader.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  8. ^ "Skepta & Wizkid Present the Beauty of Nigeria in "Energy" Video". Hypebeast.com. 6 September 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  9. ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
  10. ^ "British single certifications – Skepta & Wizkid – Energy (Stay Far Away)". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 6 November 2020.