My guest this week is swiftly carving a place in the hearts and most importantly the minds of so many.

And she's showing no signs of stopping yet.

Collecting accolades, left right and central at the moment, from the Brit Awards to Enamee.

She speaks her truth in a way that I really respect and I'm so excited to see what she's going to be doing in the future.

It's almost impossible to listen

to her music without feeling some kind of way. And given that so many of her tracks are steeped in

South London's soul, I thought it was only fair to delve a bit deeper into her relationship with

London. Welcome to This City, the podcast that reveals stories, hidden gems and certified spots

tried and tested by some of London's most recognisable names. Whether they're born and bred in

the capital or have made it their second home, London holds a key piece to their hearts. And this

week, it's Rising Star Joy Crookspps. Joy Creeks.

Hi, Clara.

Welcome to my podcast. Thank you for having me. Now, before you sat down, you said your bum was feeling sweaty. Yes, I did. Thank you for adding me. Do I need to get any tissue? You're right? You know what? The thermal will soak it up. Okay, lovely, lovely. Look, you're cozy because it's still a little bit cold in this city.

But not in this room.

It's not... We'll soak it up. Okay. Lovely, lovely. Look, you're cosy because it's still a little bit cold in this city.

But not in this room. It's not. We are in quite a cozy recording booth. And it's just lovely to have you here. Where did you come in from today? I came in from Crouchend because I was doing a Nike workshop. Oh, Cruchand. Yeah, Crucial. Fancy. but this is a North London situation

but you are a South London girl

Tell me about your roots

Where did you grow up? chrond. Yeah, croissant. Fancy. But this is a North London situation, but you are a South London girl.

Yes, I am.

Tell me about your roots.

Where did you grow up?

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