Taste differs. There’s a popular saying that goes: one man’s food could be another man’s poison, and this applies to music and art in general. Due to the fact that art could mean different things to different people, it might be too subjective to tell good or bad, yet, there are some pieces that are simply universally appealing. And in this case, one of such masterpieces is Kollydee’s “Ileke”.
In the same vein, some would say melody drives an afrobeats song. Others might differ to say it’s the rhythm and percussion. Yet in this song, Kollydee has an impeccable balance of melody and rhythm that draws the listener into its melodious stream, and leaves them floating like pisces in an ocean.
“Ileke” is a Yoruba word that translates as “beads” in English and this song talks about the seductiveness of the said girl’s waist beads, but laces this message over afrobeats.
“Ileke” feels like peak afrobeats; like something that jumped out of the 2020 COVID era when Nigerian music is famous for having been at an all-time high. Perhaps because of its upbeat, slapping bass guitar or Kollydee’s captivating vocals.
The song is about some “omalicha” and how she makes Kollydee never want to run out of a supply of her. The song has heavy horn influence and is beautifully decorated by brain-altering bass guitar slaps that gets every head bopping to it on listen.
It’s perfect for a party, drinks on Sunday afternoon and any gathering that needs upbeat music.
Click here to listen to Ileke.
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