Energy (Stay Far Away)

"Energy (Stay Far Away)" is a song by English grime artist Skepta and Nigerian musician Wizkid.^[1] It initially debuted at number 73 on the UK Singles Chart, but reached a peak of number 59 following the release of its music video in September. The song spent a total of 15 weeks on the UK Singles chart.^[2][3][4] It has been certified Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI).

"Energy (Stay Far Away)"
Single by Skepta and Wizkid
Released	20 June 2018
Length	3:19
Label	Boy Better Know
Songwriter(s)	Joseph Adenuga Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun
Producer(s)	Sarz
Skepta singles chronology
"Pure Water" (2018) "Energy (Stay Far Away)" (2018) "Praise the Lord (Da Shine)" (2018)

Critical reception

Pulse Nigeria called it a "groovy song which has a message for anyone with a negative vibe" and a "perfect anthem for clubs".^[5] HotNewHipHop called it an "underrated banger" and "just the record to seal Skepta's ambitious switch to the big stage".^[6]

Music video

The music video for the song was directed by Meji Alabi and features Skepta and Wizkid partying on a beach in Lagos, Nigeria.^[3] It pays homage to Fela Kuti.^[5] The Fader magazine said the video was full of "palm trees, white beaches, beautiful people, and good vibes",^[7] while Hypebeast considered it to be flaunting Nigeria's "enticing culture".^[8]

Charts

Chart (2018)	Peak position
UK Singles (OCC)[4]	59
UK Hip Hop/R&B (OCC)[9]	37

Certifications

Region	Certification	Certified units/sales
New Zealand (RMNZ)[10]	Gold	15,000‡
United Kingdom (BPI)[11]	Platinum	600,000‡
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.