"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)" | ||||
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| Single by Skepta and Wizkid | ||||
| Released | 20 June 2018 | |||
| Length | 3:19 | |||
| Label | Boy Better Know | |||
| Songwriter(s) | ||||
| Producer(s) | Sarz | |||
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Critical reception
editPulse 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
editThe 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
edit| Chart (2018) | Peak position |
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| UK Singles (OCC)[4] | 59 |
| UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[9] | 37 |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (BPI)[10] | Platinum | 600,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References
edit- ^ "Energy (Stay Far Away) - Single by Skepta & Wizkid". Music.apple.com. 20 June 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart Top 100 | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Skepta And Wizkid Party In Lagos For "Energy (Stay Far Away)" Video". Complex.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Official Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
- ^ a b Ohunyon, Ehis (6 September 2018). "Skepta - Energy (Stay Far Away) feat. Wizkid". Pulse.ng. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ "Skepta Plans His Homecoming With WizKid On "Energy (Stay Far Away)"". HotNewHipHop.com. 6 September 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ "Skepta and WizKid head to Nigeria for their "Energy" video". Thefader.com. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ "Skepta & Wizkid Present the Beauty of Nigeria in "Energy" Video". Hypebeast.com. 6 September 2018. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 24 October 2018.
- ^ "British single certifications – Skepta & Wizkid – Energy (Stay Far Away)". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 6 November 2020.