Dizzee Rascal retrains as plasterer during lockdown

Dizzee Rascal, the influential British rapper known for pioneering grime and earning five UK No.1 singles, revealed he retrained as a plasterer during the COVID-19 lockdown, enrolling in a course at Able Skills Construction Training in Dartford and earning a City and Guilds Certificate. Dizzee explained that he took the course because he 'needed to learn to do stuff' during the pandemic, though he admitted he has since forgotten the skills he learned. His classmates initially did not recognize him, only realizing his identity as a famous musician near the end of the course. Despite this foray into a new trade, Dizzee soon returned to music, releasing new material and touring to celebrate the anniversaries of his landmark albums. His story highlights both his down-to-earth approach during lockdown and his continued influence on the UK music scene. Dizzee remains celebrated for bringing grime to the mainstream and collaborating with major artists across genres.