What is a grime artist?

A grime artist is a musician who creates and performs grime, a genre of music that originated in East London in the early 2000s. Grime is characterized by its fast-paced beats, often around 140 BPM, and features aggressive lyrics that often address urban life and social issues. Artists in this genre typically use MCing (rapping) techniques, and the style incorporates elements of hip-hop, UK garage, and dancehall. Notable grime artists include Dizzee Rascal, Skepta, and Stormzy.