''Split Decision'' is a collaborative
EP, and fifth overall, by British rappers
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Central Cee
Oakley Neil H. T. Caesar-Su (born 4 June 1998), known professionally as Central Cee, is a British rapper and songwriter from Shepherd's Bush, London. He rose to prominence in 2020 with the release of the singles "Day in the Life" and "Loading". ...
. It was released on 5 June 2023 by Neighbourhood and Live Yours. It was preceded by its lead single "
Sprinter", which was released four days prior.
Background
Dave and Central Cee first collaborated in 2016 on the remix to the track "Spirit Bomb" by
AJ Tracey
Ché Wolton Grant (born 4 March 1994), known professionally as AJ Tracey, is a British rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer. He is from Ladbroke Grove, West London. Tracey rose to popularity in 2016 and was listed by ''The Guardian'' ...
. Dave later produced the track "End of the Beginning" on Central Cee's mixtape ''
23'' (2022).
On 1 June, the lead single "Sprinter" released alongside a music video. It broke the record for the most streams for a hip-hop song in Spotify UK.
The EP was released on Dave's 25th birthday, which was a day after Central Cee's 25th birthday.
Critical reception
Archie Brydon from ''WhyNow'' stated that the EP "highlights both of their known abilities, as well as showcasing a genuine chemistry between them." Concluding his review, he notes that though just four tracks long, it "is a quality collaboration to help kickstart the British summer."
Writing for ''
Complex UK'', Kameron Hay noted that ''Split Decision'' features "the perfect mix of lyricism, wordplay, luxurious flexing, and humor". He stated that "Central Cee balances light-hearted bars with menacing wordplay" and that "the chemistry between the two is undeniable". Concluding his review, he stated that it's "one of the best rap releases of the year thus far, and a project that leaves you wanting more from the dynamic duo".
Accolades
Track listing
Charts
References
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2023 EPs
Central Cee EPs
2023 collaborative albums
Dave (rapper) EPs