Rapper, singer, and songwriter Ms Banks’ delivery is as personable as it is technically skillful. The South London artist approaches every beat with utter confidence, oozing a distinct sense of cool in the process. “Bad B Bop,” the standout cut from her 2019 album The Coldest Winter Ever, Pt. 2, sees Ms Banks addressing her success in various areas, including dating and finances. Her 2020 single, the hard-hitting “Novikov,” brims with lyrics that retain that same unfazed yet braggadocious energy. Ms Banks, in all of her unflappable glory, illustrates the importance of authenticity—and representation—in UK hip-hop.