Key Takeaways
- UK rapper Central Cee has converted to Islam and changed his first name to Akhil.
- The artist, 27, announced he took his Shahada during a recent online broadcast.
- The musician behind global hits like ‘Sprinter’ has not publicly discussed his previous religious views.
British rapper Central Cee has publicly announced his conversion to Islam. The 27-year-old artist, born Oakley Neil Caesar-Su, revealed during a livestream with fellow content creator PlaqueBoyMax that he has taken his Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith, and changed his first name to Akhil.
The musician’s decision has been welcomed by members of the Muslim community.
Central Cee, who has not previously spoken on record about his religious beliefs, transitioned from a young artist in 2014 to a major figure in UK rap by 2021.
He became the first UK rapper to achieve one billion streams on a single platform, propelled by hits like ‘Sprinter’ and high-profile collaborations with artists including Drake and J. Cole.
In a past interview, the rapper from Shepherd’s Bush, London, reflected on his rapid rise, stating, “It’s only really starting to sink in now.”
He described an intense work schedule, noting, “I’ve been moving so fast for so long that I haven’t had time to take it all in.”
His conversion marks a significant personal milestone for the artist amid his global career.
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