Los Angeles-based Nigerian American Afropop sibling duo itsENJ, comprising blood brothers Chimdi and Otito, brings an unadulterated and refreshing mix of Nigerian and American cultures of their newest launch titled “Napukenda.” The upbeat single sees the duo waxing lyrical about spending their lives with that particular somebody who has spirited their hearts away. Bolstered by a rousing log-drum-driven groove, heat chords with layered melodic runs that mix Nigerian Pidgin English with a little bit of Swahili, the duo pours adulations on their future companions. The document itself is celebratory and employs layered instrumentations from West and South Africa with a world contact that resonates with lovers of music in every single place. By the way in which “Napukenda” means “I like you” in Swahili.
“Napukenda” is lifted from the duo’s new AÑURIKA EP, a 5 monitor physique of labor that sees the USA-raised singers embracing their African roots. The venture contains manufacturing from the duo and rising producers ElvisBeatz and Mykah.
Their identify, itsENJ, which is brief for “It is Enjoyment”, completely captures their mission to infuse their music with pleasure and positivity.
Stream “Napukenda” on all DSPs right here.