Stormzy

British rapper (born 1993)

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Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., known professionally as Stormzy, is a British rapper, singer, and songwriter. In 2014, he gained attention on the UK underground music scene through his Wicked Skengman series of freestyles over classic grime beats. Stormzy's song "Shut Up", which was initially released as a freestyle on YouTube, became popular and peaked at number eight on the UK Singles Chart after he launched a campaign to reach Christmas number one.

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'I'm here for Kendrick' - Stormzy & Shaq turn out for Super Bowl Stormzy, Shaquille O'Neal, Meek Mill and others speak to BBC Sport on their excitement for the Super Bowl halftime show performed by Kendrick Lamar in New Orleans. BBC Sport - Published 1 day ago
I'm here to see Kendrick Lamar – Stormzy British rapper Stormzy describes his excitement to watch Kendrick Lamar’s half-time show at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans. BBC Sport - Published 1 day ago
Stormzy banned from driving for nine months Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months. Sky News - Published on January 2, 2025

Gove reveals how Sunak unveiled election plans - and which Tory he compares to Stormzy Tory grandee Michael Gove said he had to "smile" and "hope for the best" when Rishi Sunak revealed his decision to call the general election. Sky News - Published on September 12, 2024
Maya Jama and Stormzy break up 10 years after falling 'madly in love' Maya Jama and Stormzy have announced they are breaking up. Sky News - Published on July 17, 2024
How Stormzy's #Merky FC is providing opportunities in south London British rapper Stormzy shows BBC Sport around his new #Merky FC venue, which brings together music, gaming and football for young people. BBC Sport - Published on May 3, 2024

Stormzy joy at new #MerkyFC football, music & gaming hub British rapper Stormzy takes BBC Sport around his new #MerkyFC HQ - a community space for football, music and gaming. BBC Sport - Published on May 2, 2024
Stormzy joins thousands of mourners at candle-lit vigil for Croydon stabbing victim Stormzy joined thousands of mourners who gathered in south London to honour the life of 15-year-old stabbing victim Elianne Andam. Sky News - Published on October 5, 2023
Palace's Zaha and Stormzy set to buy AFC Croydon Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha and rapper Stormzy are set to buy non-league club AFC Croydon. BBC Sport - Published on June 27, 2023
Stormzy and Wilfried Zaha agree deal to buy AFC Croydon Athletic Grime artist Stormzy and Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha are set to become the latest celebrities to own a non-league football team. Sky News - Published on June 27, 2023

Harry Styles and Kate Bush among songwriters nominated for Ivor Novello Awards Harry Styles, Arctic Monkeys, Wet Leg, Stormzy and Little Simz are among the artists nominated for this year's Ivor Novello Awards for songwriting. Sky News - Published on April 18, 2023
Stormzy announced as latest performer for Brit Awards 2023 Stormzy has been added to the line-up for this year's Brit Awards, organisers have announced. Sky News - Published on January 26, 2023
'Bring it home' - Stormzy's England rallying cry Platinum-selling British rapper Stormzy sends out a rallying cry to Gareth Southgate's England squad ahead of their final World Cup Group B match against Wales BBC Sport - Published on November 29, 2022	Stormzy wants to 'inspire change' in football British rapper Stormzy is heading a programme looking to "affect change" by "addressing the lack of diversity off the pitch in football". BBC Sport - Published on November 3, 2022
Celebrities and sports stars named as UK's most influential black people - but trailblazing businesswoman takes top spot Sir Lenny Henry, Stormzy and Michaela Coel are among those to have been named on a list of the UK's most influential black people - but a history-making female businesswoman has taken the top spot. Sky News - Published on October 27, 2022	'Stormzy has gone clear': Video featuring Usain Bolt, Louis Theroux and Jose Mourinho prompts rapturous response Stormzy has sparked a rapturous response online with the surprise release of a new 11-minute music video featuring a plethora of cameos including Usain Bolt, Jose Mourinho and Louis Theroux. Sky News - Published on September 23, 2022
Stormzy joins protesters demanding justice for man shot dead by police Stormzy has joined protestors in support of the family of Chris Kaba, who was shot dead by armed Metropolitan Police officers in south London. Sky News - Published on September 10, 2022