Uk Rap Prince (yeah, I call him that) Central Cee teams up with 21 Savage for “GBP,” a gritty single from Cench’s upcoming debut album, CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS. Produced by a powerhouse team—LIOHN, Gino Nano, Pontus Persson, Harry Beech, Eight8, and Jonny Leslie—the track marks the first collaboration between these two London-born artists.
Opening with a snippet of Cam’ron’s dialogue from Paid In Full, the song sets a cinematic tone, with nods to hustler culture and the contrasts between the artists’ backgrounds. Central Cee’s chorus hits hard, reflecting on the U.K.’s stringent gun-control laws and its impact on the streets, alongside his characteristic mix of swagger and introspection. Lines like:
“If it weren’t the UK, would’ve had a AK-47 with a hundred rounds … Red carpet in my trackie and Air Max, they want a boy with a London style” . these lines showcased Cench’s ability to merge sharp social commentary with his signature London flair.

21 Savage’s verse seamlessly complements the track’s themes, as he contrasts the strength of the British pound with the U.S. dollar. He raps “That’s GBP, the price go up if it’s USD Better watch your words, I’ll get you X’d ‘bout the shit you tweet (On God)” these lines explains that the U.S. dollar is not worth as much as the British pound. Indeed, on the day the song dropped, a pound was worth $1.22.
He then continues with clever Premier League-inspired bars: “Up on the opps, seven to nil, Premier League, I’m in the field .. Two things that you’ll never see is me run from an opp or a bitch in my will”. 21 also shares some of the struggles of being a famous rapper. In particular, he’s forced to deal with cowardly keyboard warriors and women looking for serious commitment. He raps “Internet beef, if I catch you in traffic, the fuck you gon’ do, nigga, type me? (Pu**y) .. I put this on God, I hit the b*tch once, she already tryna be wifey (Damn)”
With his characteristic wit and laid-back delivery, 21 underscores the cross-continental dialogue between the two rappers. The accompanying Cole Bennett-directed music video is a visual spectacle. It features the duo in front of a massive Union Jack, symbolizing their shared roots and the fusion of their distinct styles.
“GBP” is more than a transatlantic collaboration; it’s a statement. Central Cee and 21 Savage deliver a track that not only highlights their lyrical prowess but also reflects on cultural differences with a unified sense of purpose. As Cench’s debut album approaches, “GBP” is a standout that solidifies his place as one of the most exciting voices in modern rap.