The masked rapper Spectre of Smithy bursts onto the scene with his instantly meme-able single and video, “It’s Me, Smithy.” With a sharp wit and a fearless attitude, Smithy takes aim at some of the biggest names and issues in the world today, from Kanye’s ego to Eminem’s toxic masculinity, and the superficial bravado of countless other rappers.
Set against a backdrop of a vintage harpsichord sample and infectious synth riffs, “It’s Me, Smithy” delivers rhymes and wordplay that are as inventive as they are biting. This debut track is reminiscent of the genre-transforming energy of Willard Smith’s “Girls Ain’t Nothing but Trouble” from 1987, but with a contemporary twist that is sure to make it an instant classic.
Smithy’s lyrics don’t pull any punches. He takes on the Tories for their racist policies, criticizes the tax-avoiding royals and their disreputable friends, calls out corrupt police officers, and lambasts wellness influencers for their deceptive practices. But amidst the biting social commentary, Smithy also offers a vision of hope and a call for a better world, all wrapped up in a vibrant, danceable hip hop pop package.
The persona of Smithy is as intriguing as his music. “A spectre,” he declares in the track, “I’m nobody. Forget your conspiracies… I’m upending all of your theories.” Smithy rejects the traditional trappings of fame, choosing instead to let his music and message speak for themselves. “I don’t wanna be famous,” he insists. “I just wanna be shameless.”
“It’s Me, Smithy” is a statement of intent from an artist who is unafraid to speak truth to power while keeping listeners moving to the beat. This track not only showcases Spectre of Smithy’s lyrical prowess and unique sound but also positions him as a fresh, bold voice in the hip hop landscape.
