From Swindon to the World: KDthePoet’s “Orders” Are Loud and Clear

KDthePoet on set in Budapest, Hungary

At just 18, KDthePoet is stepping into the rap world with a voice seasoned far beyond his years. Raised in Swindon, but shaped by time in places like Reading and Harrow, the young lyricist has found his footing by turning real-life experiences into authentic, emotionally driven music. His new single, “Orders,” dropping Friday the 27th, marks a moment of clarity — raw, reflective, and rhythmically sharp.

Produced by Wylan and recorded, mixed & mastered by NYDUS at DUB 5’s Penthouse Studio A in Central London, “Orders” is the result of steady elevation. Signed to DUB 5 Management and fresh off a run of live shows and an unreleased video shoot in Budapest, KD is proving that storytelling, substance, and style remain a triple threat in 2025.

We caught up with him ahead of the release to talk about his mindset, music, and the meaning behind “Orders.”

INTERVIEW: KDthePoet

KDthePoet & Rellz, Stanstead Airport

Q: First off, welcome back from Budapest. What was the vibe like out there, and how did it inspire the new video?
KD: Very peaceful. Amazing architecture in the underground stations, which we ended up using to our advantage in the music video.

Q: You performed “Orders” live in Budapest — how did it feel to take that track overseas and connect with a crowd that may not even speak the same language?
KD: A lot easier to perform, honestly. Everyone was feeling it there, regardless of whether they understood the language and slang, which confirmed for me that in this day and age, flows are generally more important than lyrics.

Q: “Orders” feels like both a flex and a diary entry. What inspired this particular track, and what message did you want to land with it?
KD: To help people understand the lifestyle, but also my perspective on certain things in life. Originally, I started writing “Orders” with the intention to create a feel of greaze — to let my listeners understand a little bit of my anguish.

Q: You’re from Swindon — not exactly seen as a rap hotspot. Has that shaped your drive or how you’re perceived in the game?
KD: Not really, as I’ve lived in places such as Reading and London in my early life — first school I went to was in Harrow, London. Feels like a second home to me. Although Swindon is my hometown, all the places I’ve been to or lived in have only opened up my perspective, making me more confident.

Q: You make regular moves to London for studio sessions. What’s that journey like, and how do you stay focused between two different worlds?
KD: It can be tiring, but my life experiences have taught me patience. So anytime I feel exhausted, I just remember that this is what the younger & confused me would’ve wanted. I would've cried tears of joy at 15 if I'd known where I'd be at 18.

“Orders” artwork, designed by KD

Q: You’ve got this line — “I just changed my energy like motors do.” Feels like a turning point. What’s shifted for you recently, personally or musically?
KD: When I wrote that bar, I had a strong feeling this year would bring significant change. That transformation started in my personal life, which in turn profoundly influenced my music. I've always believed you have to live it to rap it; deep life experiences are truly what make art, art.

Q: “Until I shine in their eyes they won’t notice me” — do you still feel overlooked, or is the recognition finally landing?
KD: From the start, I've sensed people noticed my talent. But the real message behind that lyric is my hope that, one day, every listener will truly feel and relate to both my happiness and my pain. I still wonder if that connection is even possible. But the lyrics were about acknowledging my true feelings — about being heard, and not just passively listened to.

FINAL THOUGHTS

KDthePoet in Budapest apartment

KDthePoet isn’t chasing attention — he’s earning it. “Orders” is the sound of a young man finding calm in chaos, and order in disorder. With a unique background bridging Swindon and London, international stage presence, and a lyrical maturity that belies his age, KD is making it clear: this isn’t a lucky streak — it’s a calling.

As his latest work unfolds — including a Budapest-shot visual, a live video from DUB 5: LIVE (June 8th), and more content rolling out — KDthePoet stands poised not just as a local voice, but as a rising UK storyteller with global reach.

“Orders” drops Friday, June 27th. You’ve been warned.