Every week, the iMullar staff rounds up ten songs we cannot stop listening to, thus forming the weekly list of songs known as “On Rotation.” You heard these recommendations here first. From the UK to Nigeria, each track from this week’s selections is guaranteed to be a vibe.
1. Azawi – Love Tekaawa
This record from Azawi is a celebration of a wild and intoxicating love affair. The lyrics describe a relationship that is so consuming it feels like a rollercoaster of emotions. It’s a relatable anthem for anyone who has been swept off their feet by a passionate, all-consuming romance.
2. Pure Akan – Kwappiah Gyina So
Pure Akan delivers a message of defiance and self-assuredness in this song. The records paint a picture of an artist at the top of his game, exuding confidence and lyrical dexterity.
3. Determination – Bartender
“Bartender” uses the story a bartender as a metaphor for mental health struggles. The lyrics are a heartfelt expression of pain and a longing for help, with the bartender representing someone the singer can confide in. A hint of indulgence with the singer getting swept up in the moment.
4. Sam Opoku – Stardust
Sam Opoku offers a dreamy, nostalgic look at love and connection in “Stardust”. The lyrics explore a kind of celestial romance, where the singer feels like he’s floating through space with his beloved. The track captures the feeling of being completely mesmerized by someone, seeing them as the only thing in a crowded universe.
5. Rotimi – Grenada Beach
Rotimi’s “Grenada Beach” feels like a postcard from paradise. The record is a smooth and romantic ode to a beautiful moment on a tropical beach. It paints a picture of a perfect, sun-drenched day with a special person.
6. Gino J ft. Ntaba 2 London – Ambiance
This song is all about setting the mood for a good time with a special someone. The French and English lyrics blend together to create a smooth, inviting narrative about romance and connection.
7. Niska – Adriano
Niska delivers a powerful and street-wise narrative in “Adriano,” speaking from a place of experience and status. It’s a gritty, assertive track that commands attention from start to finish.
8. Rlutta – Umeze Bon
This record perfectly expresses the singer’s weariness with a relationship that has run its course. It reflects on the emotional turmoil of realizing that someone’s energy and feelings are no longer aligned. The song is a heartfelt farewell to a love that has lost its spark.
9. Ginger Trill & Marcus Harvey – Two For One
Ginger Trill and Marcus Harvey deliver a lyrical masterclass on this track, with each artist asserting their place at the top of the game. The lyrics are filled with clever wordplay and boastful proclamations of skill.
10. BLK ODYSSY – HEARTBREAK
BLK ODYSSY confronts the painful reality of heartbreak and its aftermath. The song captures the lingering effects of a breakup, from the feeling of being trapped in the past to the struggle for acceptance.
On Rotation is your weekly dose of musical geniuses to your library. Our editors update this playlist frequently, so if you see something you like, go ahead and add it to your library.
