British rapper Skepta isn’t here for unsolicited advice about how he should pose in pictures. The grime star recently shut down a fan on X (formerly Twitter) who commented under one of his photos with:
“Sha dey try smile small.”
Skepta wasted no time in responding bluntly:
“Am I a children’s TV show presenter? What’s with you men keep telling me to smile in my pics? Blocked kmt.”
The interaction quickly gained traction on social media, with fans weighing in on Skepta’s response. One follower attempted to calm things down, tweeting:
“Don’t mind them. We love the mystery behind it ✨”
But Skepta wasn’t buying the “mystery” narrative either. He replied:
“Ain’t no mystery. I’m just looking at the camera so the photographer can take his picture. Unless somebody made a joke on set… what am I smiling for?”
Skepta Keeps It Real Online
The exchange showcased Skepta’s no-nonsense persona and unwillingness to conform to fans’ expectations of how a celebrity should appear online. Known for his stoic, straight-faced aesthetic, Skepta’s clapback reminded fans that he’s not in the business of fake smiles or curated personas.
The viral moment has further solidified the rapper’s image as someone who prefers authenticity over performance, especially in an era of overly polished social media appearances.
