Skindred – Can I Get A: New Single & ‘You Got This’ Album Guide

Skindred Just Dropped the Anthem of the Year: Everything You Need to Know About ‘Can I Get A’

If there’s one thing you can count on Newport’s finest to do, it’s bring the noise. But with their brand-new single “Can I Get A”, Skindred isn’t just bringing the noise—they’re bringing a whole mood.

As we gear up for their massive new album You Got This (dropping April 17, 2026), the band has made their mission statement crystal clear: no filler, no fluff, just straight-to-the-vein energy. This isn’t just a “pop” single; it’s a lean, mean, soundclash machine that distills everything we’ve loved about Benji Webbe and the boys for decades.

The Vibe: Hard-Hitting Riffs Meets Dancehall Soul

“Can I Get A” is basically a masterclass in how to write a hook that refuses to leave your head. It kicks off with this weirdly brilliant, honky-tonk piano riff before exploding into the kind of massive, distorted chorus that was born for the main stage at Download Festival.

Produced by Jay Ruston, the track manages to juggle a lot of moving parts without feeling cluttered:

• The “Earworms”: You’ll be shouting the chorus before the first listen is even over.

• The 80s Punch: There’s a definite nod to that classic Phil Collins-style drum production that gives the song a huge, cinematic feel.

• The Soundclash: It’s that signature Skindred DNA—blending heavy metal grit with undeniable dancehall swing.

Beyond the Hook: Benji’s Story

While the track feels like a party, there’s some real weight behind the lyrics. Benji Webbe has described this song as a “mini-autobiography.” He digs into his roots in Newport, growing up as an orphan and being raised by his brother.

It’s a song about resilience. It’s Benji telling us that it doesn’t matter where you start or what you’re missing—you’ve got to “come out fighting.” That message of empowerment is the heartbeat of the entire upcoming record.

The ‘You Got This’ Era

After their last album Smile nearly topped the UK charts at #2, the pressure was on. But Skindred seems completely unfazed. You Got This is an 11-track collection of “all-killer” slammers designed to be played loud and live.

The Full Tracklist:

1. You Got This

2. Can I Get A

3. Born Fe Dis

4. This Is The Sound

5. Broke

6. Glass

7. Big ’Em Up

8. Do It Like This

9. My People

10. Give Thanks

11. Dred Or Alive

Where to Catch Them (And The Newport Helicopter)

You can’t talk about Skindred without talking about the live show. They’re hitting the road this April for a run of intimate UK shows, followed by a massive summer.

“Can I Get A” is streaming everywhere right now. Go blast it, get your pre-orders in for the album, and get ready for the return of the kings.