Ceebo - Parable Of A Skinnyman (Official Video)

Lambeth rapper Ceebo returns with Parable Of A Skinnyman, a pointed and politically charged new release inspired by the story of Skinnyman, one of UK rap’s most mythologised figures.

The track doesn’t hold back. It tackles artist exploitation and fair pay in the music industry head on, delivered with a sense of urgency designed to provoke conversation as much as it commands attention. That intensity carries into the visuals too, a one take music video that sees Ceebo literally chasing the camera, reinforcing the song’s themes of visibility and struggle.

This latest drop signals the start of a new chapter for Ceebo, who continues to build on a reputation for fearless creativity and sharp conceptual thinking. Since his 2023 debut Bluquet, he’s steadily elevated both his sound and profile. Last year’s LAMBETHNOTLA, hailed by Complex UK as one of 2024’s standout releases, cemented his place as one of the most compelling voices in the UK underground.

Momentum only grew with blair babies, a project that balanced introspective writing with avant garde production, earning praise across major outlets including Dazed, NME, and The Guardian. On stage, he’s proven just as dynamic, from standout sets at Rap Council and Aux Ldn to a sold out headline show at Oslo Hackney.

With Parable Of A Skinnyman, Ceebo isn’t just continuing that run, he’s sharpening his message.