Y2K Nostalgia Is Everywhere, and UK Rappers Can't Get Enough of It
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Y2K Nostalgia Is Everywhere, and UK Rappers Can't Get Enough of It
"A girl at the party is wearing Union Jack shuttershades. YT is rocking the kind of YMCMB snapback that Tyga probably wore."
"This retro aesthetic now defines a reborn British underground, one that has been in a full-court press for the last few weeks."
The UK's rap scene is revisiting the nostalgia of the 2000s, exemplified by YT's hit '#Purrr,' which creatively samples Lady Gaga's 'Poker Face.' The track's music video captures a party vibe reminiscent of early 2000s hits, filled with visual cues that reference the era. This retro style symbolizes a revitalization of British underground rap, with emerging artists gaining attention. Publications like Dazed Digital highlight this growing movement, supporting a unified scene that embraces a rich historical legacy and prepares to step into the mainstream spotlight.
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