Artinho doesn’t knock gently with “Nightmares” — he pulls you straight into the room where the lights are low, the thoughts are loud, and sleep is anything but peaceful. Featuring Velvz, the new single is a gripping slice of UK rap that leans into anxiety, ambition, and the constant pressure to survive, all wrapped in a dark, late-night atmosphere.
From the jump, the track feels heavy in the best way. Built on a moody, minimal beat, “Nightmares” leaves plenty of space for Artinho’s raw delivery to breathe. His performance is reflective and unfiltered, balancing vulnerability with grit as he confronts the mental weight that comes with chasing goals while carrying fear on your back. It’s the kind of honesty that doesn’t shout — it just sits with you.
Velvz steps in with a contrasting perspective that adds depth rather than distraction. The back-and-forth energy gives the song emotional dimension, making it feel less like a solo confession and more like a shared reality. Together, they tap into a sound that fans of artists like Dave and Skepta will instantly recognise, while still keeping the record rooted in Artinho’s own voice and experience.
What really makes “Nightmares” stand out is how real it feels. This isn’t polished bravado or surface-level struggle — it’s late-night energy for listeners who connect with introspective storytelling and the tension between ambition and anxiety. The fact that the track has already received BBC Introducing support and earned Artinho a Solo Act nomination at the 9th Wigwam Radio Awards speaks volumes about its strong resonance.
“Nightmares” proves that sometimes the most powerful tracks aren’t about escaping the darkness — they’re about sitting in it, owning it, and turning it into something honest.
‘Nightmares’ is a haunting, emotionally charged UK rap cut where Artinho and Velvz transform anxiety and ambition into raw, late-night storytelling that lingers long after the beat fades.
