Wohdee Is Making Waves, One Viral Freestyle At A Time

What started as a spontaneous car-seat freestyle in Jamaica has turned into one of UK rap’s most exciting breakout stories of 2026. Birmingham native Wohdee is stepping into the year with unstoppable momentum — viral hits, major platform moments, and now, her first-ever MOBO nomination.

Her track ‘No Behaviour (WYFL Riddim)’ began life as a holiday clip, recorded casually in the backseat while she was in Jamaica. No rollout. No expectations. Just instinct. But sometimes, instinct hits harder than strategy.

“Before it went viral, it just felt like a fun moment,” Wohdee says. “Being part of something. I realised it was more than just a freestyle when the people in Jamaica — and even DJ Mac — told me to record it.”

That moment of encouragement shifted everything. The clip quickly racked up millions of views across TikTok and Instagram, catching the attention of DJ Mac, the Billboard-charting producer behind the original riddim — known for collaborations with Vybz Kartel, Skillibeng, Shenseea, and more. Their online exchange turned into a real-world studio link-up, transforming the freestyle into a full track.

For Wohdee, the moment wasn’t about validation — it was confirmation.

“That moment just affirmed what I already knew.”

The result is a track that feels effortless, confident, and completely unforced.

No Behaviour doesn’t lean into the aggressive posturing often tied to UK drill. Instead, it floats between dancehall rhythm, island ease, and her signature UK flow — creating a crossover moment that feels natural rather than manufactured. The accompanying video, shot on location in Jamaica, captures both the rush of the island and the clarity of an artist fully stepping into her power.

But this viral moment is only one chapter in a much bigger story.

Over the past year, Wohdee has shelled down Fire in the Booth, Red Bull Mic Flex, and BBC 1Xtra freestyles — platforms that demand both lyrical precision and undeniable presence. And while each moment added momentum, it’s the consistent recognition that truly hit home.

“I think still being invited to freestyle platforms,” she says. “Being recognised for my lyrics has shown me that I belong here.”

Her bars carry humour, confidence, and intent — never gimmicky, never forced. Whether in the booth or on stage, authenticity drives everything.

“In the booth, I try to say what I’ve written how I’d actually say it,” she explains. “With performances, I feel what I’m saying — so expressions and movement come naturally. Most of what I write, I really mean.”

That honesty has landed her among the 2026 MOBO Award nominees, alongside UK heavyweights like Little Simz, Skepta, Central Cee, Olivia Dean, and PinkPantheress — a surreal moment for an artist who’s spent years perfecting her craft.

“Finding out I was MOBO nominated was the happiest morning I’ve had in a while,” she laughs. “I’ve been doing music for a long time, and sometimes it felt like no one truly saw me. That recognition genuinely means the world to me.”

While she’s nominated in the Best Drill Act category, Wohdee sees her sound as far more expansive — and 2026 is about rewriting that narrative.

“A lot of people only know me from My Shayla, and I want to change that. I can do everything. That’s what my 2026 will look like.”

And honestly? We believe her.

With upcoming headline shows, festival slots, and a steady stream of new music, Wohdee is shaping a lane that feels fearless, fluid, and globally tuned. Her sound blends Birmingham grit with island rhythm, lyrical sharpness with playful swagger — proving that UK rap’s future isn’t about staying in one box.

It’s about breaking all of them.

Quick Fire with Wohdee

Studio or stage? Stage
Jamaica or London? Depends on the season — right now, Jamaica
Freestyle or written bars? Written
Biggest influence right now? Having fun and enjoying life