BRITs Rising Star nominee, BBC Radio 1 Sound Poll Top 10 inductee, and Amazon Music's Ones to Watch 2024 artist Sekou joins forces with UK rapper Central Cee on his brand-new track 'Limitless', the lead single from his highly anticipated debut album 'Can't Rush Greatness', released on Friday.
Opening with Sekou’s distinctive vocal and unhurried delivery, his warm voice adds a fresh dimension to the track, blending seamlessly with Central Cee’s visceral lyrics while showcasing Sekou’s versatility as an artist. This collaboration marks a major milestone in Sekou’s career and his second rap collaboration to date, following his feature on Scrapz’s 2024 single 'Longevity'. It offers a glimpse of what’s to come in Sekou’s own musical journey this year. As 2025 unfolds, he is poised for even greater success, with more music and collaborations on the horizon, signalling that this is just the beginning.
Prior to this, Sekou had already gained global attention following his 2023 musical debut, starting with his breakout single 'Better Man'. This was followed by a string of impressive releases that helped the Ashby-born singer build a reputation for his lyrical abilities and authenticity in creating music that resonated with listeners. Known for his versatility - from introspective ballads ('Better Man' and 'Let Go of Me Slowly') to up-tempo tracks ('Forgiving Myself'), Sekou has earned a dedicated following and solidified his place as one of the most exciting voices in the UK scene.
Speaking on the feature, Sekou said: "This is a madness! I’ve been keeping [this] a secret for months. I’m so happy it’s out, it feels incredible to be a part of UK rap history! It won’t be long now 'til I come back with my own music after a year. I’m very excited, I have a lot to come."
'Limitless' is just the beginning of what’s to follow this year, and it’s clear that Sekou's 2025 is going to be career-defining. With an ever-growing list of supporters in the industry and a combined 500K+ followers across social media, Sekou’s eclectic style and talent have made him a standout. With this new collaboration, he continues to demonstrate his musical aptitude, bringing a refreshing sound to the UK music scene. Already gaining support from the likes of Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, BBC Radio 1, BBC 1Xtra, COLORS, and tastemakers such as Clara Amfo, Jo Whiley, DJ Target, and Abbie McCarthy, Sekou's trajectory truly is is limitless.
