WRETCH 32

Who is Wretch 32?

Wretch 32 has marked himself out as one of the most creative and poetic voices in British music. Making his first appearance on the Official Chart in January 2011, Traktor was the first of three consecutive Top 5 hits that year for Tottenham-born rapper Wretch 32, including a Number 1 single Don't Go ft Josh Kumra and Unorthodox - a collaboration with Example, sampling The Stone Roses' classic Fools Gold.

From mainstream chart success to the critical acclaim of albums Growing Over Life (2016) and Upon Reflection (2019), through to his role as Creative Director at 0207 Def Jam, and the release of his first book Rapthology: Lessons in Life and Lyrics, Wretch 32 has emerged as a vital player in the voicing of contemporary Black British expression and art. In 2022, for Stormzy’s viral freestyle Mel Made Me Do It, he scripted the widely-lauded poem narrated by Michaela Coel, powerfully capturing the tides of Black Britain’s artistic renaissance.

Wretch 32 continues to make waves beyond music, cementing his influence across fashion, education, and culture. From gracing the prestigious British Fashion Awards, to partnering with BIMM / Black Music Coalition to launch a dedicated scholarship supporting Black music industry professionals. In doing so, uplifting the next generation and reinforcing his commitment to creating lasting change. Image: press / Good Machine / Frank Feiber