Dizzee Rascal enjoys 18th century wordsmiths

DizzeeRascal has developed an unlikely passion for poetry.

According to The Sun, Dizzee - who is currently preparing to start work on his fifth album - has developed a penchant for the works of William Blake, John Keats, Byron and Wordsworth.

Apparently the 'Bonkers' star hoped brushing up on the wordsmiths would help improve his rapping skills: "Dizzee hopes reading poetry will broaden his horizons and make him an even better rapper. He knows he has to push himself to make a great fifth album and reading accomplished poets can only help."

Meanwhile, the East London star was recently confirmed to be playing Barcelona's Sonar Festival.

Dizzee Rascal Belfast tickets are available online

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