Central Cee is a 26-year-old rapper from London who started in 2014 but made it big in 2020.

He’s half English, half Guyanese, and has some Chinese roots.

He grew up in Shepherd’s Bush and is known for hits like “Doja” and “Loading.”

Dave is another London rapper who is crushing it in the UK music scene.

He’s had several number-one hits and is respected for his smart lyrics.

The two teamed up in 2023 for “Sprinter,” which became huge—it stayed at number one for 10 weeks and broke streaming records.

About the Song ‘Sprinter’

“Sprinter” is a standout collaboration between British rappers Dave and Central Cee that took over the UK music scene in 2023.

The track features a guitar-driven beat with Latin influences, where both artists trade verses about their success.

The song made history by becoming the longest-running rap song at number one in the UK, holding the top spot for 10 weeks straight.

‘Sprinter’ Lyrics By Central Cee 

Verse 1: Central Cee

The mandem too inconsiderate, five-star hotel, smokin’ cigarette
Mixin’ codeine up with the Phenergan
She got thick, but she wanna get thin again
Drinkin’ apple cider vinegar
Wearin’ Skim ’cause she wanna be Kim and ’em
Uh, alright, I know that you’re bad, stop actin’ innocent
We ain’t got generational wealth
It’s only a year that I’ve had these millions
My whip could’ve been in the Tokyo Drift ’cause it’s fast and furious
I went from the Toyota Yaris to Urus, they had their chance but blew it
Now this gyal wan’ me in her uterus, fuck it, I’m rich, let’s do it (Fuck it)

Chorus: Dave & Central Cee

Take a look at these diamonds wrong, it’s a life of squintin’, can’t just stare
With bae through thick and thin
She already thick, so I’m halfway there (Hahaha)
Brown and bad, couldn’t change my mind, I was halfway there
One hundred meters, huh
I just put nine gyal in a Sprinter (Uh)
One hundred eaters, they won’t fit in one SUV, nah
SOS, somebody rescue me
I got too many gyal, too many-many gyal, I got
They can last me the next two weeks, uh
Huh, alright, like send the address through, please

Verse 2: Dave & Central Cee

SUV, the outside white
The inside brown like Michael Jack’
More time, man build a line and trap
Spend like I don’t even like my stack
Pistol came on a Irish ferry, let go and it sound like a tap dance (Bap)
The way that I ball, no yellow
The ref haffa give me a black card
Who did what we doin’ with rap?
Man couldn’t sell out his show after all them years of doin’ the cap
Sprinter, two gyal in a van
Inter, two man in Milan, heard one of my tings datin’ P. Diddy
Need twenty percent of whatever she bags
Outside, my head in my hands

Verse 3: Central Cee

I told her my name is Cench, she said, “No, the one on your birth certificate,” uh
Your boyfriend ran from the diamond test ’cause they weren’t legitimate, nah
She Turkish-Cypriot, but her curves Brazilian, uh
I want her, and bro wants her affiliate
I’m cheap, still hit a chick like, “Yo, can I borrow your Netflix?”
She a feminist, she think I’m sexist
Twistin’ my words, I think she dyslexic
Give me my space, I’m intergalactic
Before I give you my Insta’ password, I’ll give you the pin to my Amex, huh, alright
This ain’t stainless steel, it’s platinum
Dinner table, I got manners, huh
T-shirt tucked in, napkin
“Still loading,” that’s the caption, I’ve only amounted a minimal fraction
Eat good, I got indigestion
Bare snow in my hood, no Aspen, can’t get rid of my pain with Aspirin
Dave just came in an Aston, I’m makin’ that Maybach music (M-Maybach Music)
They’re tryna insult my intelligence, sometimes, I may act stupid
I never went uni, I been on the campus sellin’ cocaine to students
If bro let the drumstick beat, then somethin’ gon’ leak
We ain’t playin’ exclusives

Chorus: Dave & Central Cee

Take a look at these diamonds wrong, it’s a life of squintin’, can’t just stare
With bae through thick and thin
She already thick, so I’m halfway there (Hahaha)
Brown and bad, couldn’t change my mind, I was halfway there
One hundred meters, huh
I just put nine gyal in a Sprinter (Uh)
One hundred eaters, they won’t fit in one SUV, nah
SOS, somebody rescue me
I got too many gyal, too many-many gyal, I got
They can last me the next two weeks, uh
Huh, alright, like send the address through, please

Verse 4: Dave & Central Cee

Fire for a wife beater, can’t rock with that, I ain’t wearin’ a vest
Man have to send her therapy, she got the E-cup bra, a lot on her chest
I’m in Jamaica, Oracabess’
Hit a lick, went Cash Converters
That don’t work, it’s pawn, no chess
I’m doin’ more and talkin’ less
I love chillin’ with broke bitches, man book one flight, and they’re all impressed (Alright)
I’m in the G63, the car hug me like a friend through twist and turns
Man livin’ for nyash and dyin’ for nyash
It’s fucked, don’t know which one’s worse, I’m fucked
Bags in his and hers, what’s hers is hers, what’s mine is too
Heard that girl is a gold digger, it can’t be true if she dated you
AP baby blue, paper’s pink, I’d probably hate me too
You ever spent six figures and stared at bae like, “Look what you made me do”?
Yeah, alright, started with a Q, didn’t wait in line
Weird, I’m askin’ my Blasian one, “Why you so focused on your Asian side?”
I know that the jack boys pray that they get to the clubs and Dave’s inside

Live Performance Of The Song ‘Sprinter’ By Central Cee and Dave

Central Cee x Dave – Sprinter (Glastonbury 2023)

Similar songs Like ‘Sprinter’ By Central Cee and Dave

Here are similar songs by Central Cee that share elements with “Sprinter”:

“Doja” – His breakthrough international hit with a similar confident vibe. The song uses a sample-heavy beat and showcases his witty wordplay, reaching #2 on the UK charts and becoming the most-streamed UK rap song on Spotify.

“Loading” – One of his early hits that helped establish his style. Like “Sprinter,” it features his signature flow over a melodic drill beat, talking about his rise to success.

“Let Go”—Released in 2022, this track has a more melodic side, similar to parts of “Sprinter.” It samples Passenger’s “Let Her Go” and peaked at #6 on the UK charts.

“Obsessed with You” – Another hit that reached #4 on the UK charts. It shares similar themes about success and relationships, with a catchy hook and melodic production style.

“Day in the Life” is his 2020 breakout single. Like “Sprinter,” it uses a similar storytelling approach to give listeners a glimpse into his lifestyle and success story.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Is Sprinter Such A Good Song?

The song perfectly blends Latin-inspired guitars with UK drill beats.

Dave and Central Cee deliver strong verses with memorable wordplay, creating a fresh sound that connects listeners worldwide.

What Is Central Cee’s Real Name?

Oakley Neil Caesar-Su is Central Cee’s birth name.

He was born on June 4, 1998, in Ladbroke Grove, London.

How Many Songs Does Central Cee Have?

Since 2014, Central Cee has released two mixtapes, one EP, and over 25 singles as the lead artist.

It also includes hits like “Doja,” “Loading,” and “Sprinter.”

Why Are Sprinters So Popular?

The song broke UK streaming records and stayed #1 for 10 weeks.

It combines catchy melodies, relatable lyrics, and a fresh take on drill music.