Central Cee, born Oakley Neil Caesar-Su on June 4, 1998, is a prominent British rapper hailing from Shepherd's Bush, London. He first gained significant attention in 2020 with the release of his singles "Day in the Life" and "Loading." These tracks paved the way for his debut mixtape, Wild West, which was released on March 12, 2021, and secured the number two spot on the UK Albums Chart. His follow-up mixtape, 23, released on February 25, 2022, debuted at the top of the UK Albums Chart, solidifying his place in the British rap scene.
In July 2022, Central Cee's single "Doja" not only peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart but also became the most-streamed UK rap song on Spotify. He continued his momentum with the release of his first major-label EP, No More Leaks, in October 2022. The following year, in June 2023, he collaborated with Dave on the single "Sprinter," which became his first UK number-one single. The track, featured on their joint EP Split Decision, made history as the longest-running number-one rap song in the UK, holding the top position for ten weeks.
Additionally, Central Cee is known for his unique style, blending melodic flows with hard-hitting lyrics that often reflect his experiences growing up in West London. His impact on the UK rap scene continues to grow, with many considering him one of the leading figures in British hip-hop today.
