In a shocking revelation, BBC-promoted drill rapper TEN has been unmasked as the killer of schoolboy Jimmy Mizen, who was brutally murdered in 2008.
Jake Fahri, 35, also known as TEN, was recently released from prison after serving time for the cold-blooded murder of 16-year-old Jimmy in South London.
Fahri’s rise as a drill rapper has caught the attention of BBC 1Xtra, where his music has been played by DJ Theo Johnson, who praised his unique style.
However, an investigation by The Sun has revealed disturbing lyrics in Fahri’s songs, including one that references watching someone “melt like Ben and Jerry’s,” which critics claim alludes to Jimmy Mizen’s tragic death.
The lyrics, which are unedited on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, have caused outrage among listeners, including Jimmy’s family.
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Jimmy was attacked by Fahri in 2008 at a bakery in Lee, South East London. Fahri, then 19, threw a Pyrex dish at Jimmy, severing an artery and causing his death.
Despite pleading not guilty, Fahri was convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment. He was released in June 2023, and soon after began his career in drill music.
The BBC’s decision to feature Fahri’s music on its airwaves has drawn intense criticism, especially from Jimmy’s mother, Margaret Mizen, who expressed disappointment in the network for promoting music from a convicted murderer.
She called for answers from the BBC, noting that it was deeply troubling to hear music from someone who had taken her son’s life.
The Ministry of Justice has launched an investigation into the situation, and both the BBC and platforms like Spotify are facing growing scrutiny over their role in promoting Fahri’s violent music.
Critics argue that by showcasing his tracks, the BBC is indirectly glorifying his criminal past and providing him a platform to profit from his violent acts.
This case has sparked a broader debate about the impact of drill music, a genre known for its violent and aggressive lyrics, and its influence on impressionable listeners.
With ongoing concerns about rising violence among young people, many are calling for stricter oversight of what is allowed in the mainstream media.
