Rising diva songstress Nira Bakar has erupted the scene with two spanking new songs, Do To Me and Ijo (Dance), in a two-pack release. The release announces her return to the African music game with a more deliberate and penetrative energy.
Originally named Muneerah Onini, the ever-radiant singer and songwriter grew up listening to Western pop and was heavily influenced by the culture thereof, with Beyoncé being a prominent name in that phase of her life. However, her Nigerian roots make it more convenient for the songstress to blend these Western influences with African sounds, birthing a refreshing strain of Afro-fusion that sets her apart from the super-saturated industry.
Both songs were produced by Citiboi, with creative direction from Spare Keys Inc. Do To Me is not your typical love song. Regardless of its pop bounce, the record has sprinkles of Afrobeats and vocal dexterity that draws every passing ear to itself. It is impossible to hear this song and not bump your head or stump your feet.
On the other hand, Ijo (Dance) is Nira’s way of letting the world know that she’s not your everyday Nigerian artist. The song wears an EDM outlook, and the artist displays a mastery of sync and rhythm, considering the balance of her lyrics on the heavy bass of the beat.
Nira Bakar shows versatility, mastery, and vocal prowess on this track, which is a perfect introduction of her fluid personality to her growing audience through her music.
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