Stormzy took to the stage to perform tracks from his latest album This Is What I Mean at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London on Tuesday.
The rapper, 29, specially recorded the show for Prime Video and entertained a star-studded audience including Cat Burns and Gabrielle.
Last month the star admitted he felt ‘overwhelmed’ as he returns to music industry after a two year break.
Showman: Stormzy, 29, took to the stage to perform tracks from his latest album This Is What I Mean at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London on Tuesday
Stormzy donned a stylish burgundy ribbed tracksuit for the set, which boasted a hoodie and matching trousers.
He completed the look with a pair of alabaster trainers along with an eye-popping gold watch.
Stormzy was joined on stage by London soul singer Debbie, and the duo showcased their incredible vocal skills.
Star names: The rapper specially recorded the show for Prime Video and entertained a star-studded audience including Cat Burns and Gabrielle
Stylish: Stormzy donned a stylish burgundy ribbed tracksuit for the set, which boasted a hoodie and matching trousers
He then sat down with DJ Jazzie B and broadcaster Julie Adenuga for an onstage discussion about his latest record.
Speaking to Louis Theroux on his new interview series, the rapper explained he ‘cried’ because he felt ‘super depressed’ while trying to become the best artist.
It was at the start of 2020 that the platinum-selling star took a break from public life as he quit social media and stopped doing interviews.
Snazzy: He completed the look with a pair of alabaster trainers along with an eye-popping gold watch
Honesty: Last month the star admitted he felt ‘overwhelmed’ as he returns to music industry after a two year break
Talent: Stormzy was joined on stage by London soul singer Debbie (right) and the duo showcased their incredible vocal skills
In an interview to be screened on BBC2, he told Louis: ‘I just had this feeling of being overwhelmed, of thinking I can’t handle this.
‘I’d often just crash out and get super depressed or super withdrawn and reclusive and just disappear – I’d just stay at home and smoke a lot of weed.’
According to The Mirror, said he went through a period when he wasn’t in the ‘best mind space’ because he was trying to balance being ‘the greatest artist’ with his family life and trying to be a role model in his community.
Hitmaker: He grasped the microphone passionately and belted out tracks from his latest album
Chinwag: He then sat down with DJ Jazzie B (centre) and broadcaster Julie Adenuga (right) for an onstage discussion about his latest record
Beaming: he couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he took a break for a chat on stage
‘I felt overwhelmed, which was new to me. I would break down, it was super heavy,’ he added.
Elsewhere in the interview, Stormzy reflected on his painful split from his ex-girlfriend Maya Jama.
The rapper admitted to making mistakes during their four year relationship but revealed he has since grown.
Stunner: Radio DJ Yinka Bokinni showcased her incredible curves in a grey dress which she teamed with a suede aviator jacket
Keeping it casual: Cat Burns (left) joined Gabrielle (right) in an all black ensemble
Chic: the hitmaker looked chic in a long black coat with leather panels
The couple, who split in 2019, have remained friends, despite Stormzy previously confessing to ‘disrespecting’ and being ‘inconsiderate’ towards her.
In exclusive quotes obtained by The Sun, the musician spoke candidly to Louis, 52, and admitted that he had learned some tough lessons following their split.
Stormzy went on to hint at mistake that he made during his four-year relationship with Maya, adding that he never wished to feel that way again.
In attendance: (L-R) Wretch 32 and Harry Pinero
Stylish: British rapper Wretch 32 commanded attention in a bright graphic print fleece
Effortless: Ella Eyre looked effortlessly stylish in a tan tank top and matching combat trousers
Natural: she let her blonde tresses tumble in natural curls and accessorised with gold jewellery
The notoriously private couple dated for four years but in 2019 were said to have ended their relationship in order to focus on their careers.
A representative for Maya confirmed the breakup to MailOnline at the time, with the Radio 1 DJ said to have already moved out of the rapper’s home.
Maya’s representative told MailOnline: ‘I can confirm the relationship has ended and Maya has separated from Stormzy.’
It’s not the first time that Stormzy has spoke of his relationship with Maya, having declared that he still loves her ‘wholeheartedly’ and wants to marry and have children with his ex-girlfriend in the future.
Exes: Stormzy and Maya Jama, who split in 2019, are reportedly giving their relationship another go (pictured together in 2018)
In 2020, he admitted he has ‘never loved anyone how I’ve loved her’ in a new YouTube interview with Charlamagne tha God.
‘She’s a f***ing G, bro,’ the grime star said of his ex. ‘I love her wholeheartedly. I’ve never loved anyone how I’ve loved her.’
The radio host asked if he thought the pair could ever reconcile, to which he responded: ‘I would love for that to happen but I don’t know…
‘I would love to be the man who she needs, I would love to do all the things that make this work. I want to marry her, I want to have her children.’
The pair previously dated between 2015 and 2019, and are now said to be giving their romance another go.
Stormzy’s This Is What I Mean performance will be available to watch on Prime Video and Amazon Music UK channel on Twice from 7pm November 30
Emotional: Speaking to Louis Theroux on his new interview series, the rapper he explained he ‘cried’ because he felt ‘super depressed’ while trying to become the best artist
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