Nigerian Afro-Soul singer, songwriter, and producer Lodù has reached a defining milestone in her artistic journey with the official release of her debut EP, “Wine & Honey”. Blending the rich textures of Afro-Soul and Afro-Fusion, the seven-track project presents her most expansive and cohesive body of work to date. Deeply intentional and beautifully grounded, the record offers a soulful exploration of love, identity, and the enduring beauty of human connection. Drawing inspiration from the ancient poetry of the Song of Solomon, the EP unfolds as an intimate love story told from a bride’s perspective to her beloved, capturing the passion, vulnerability, devotion, and unwavering commitment that define enduring love.
“Wine & Honey is my interpretation of love at its purest. I wanted to tell a story that celebrates devotion, tenderness, and commitment through the lens of African storytelling. Every song is a different chapter, but together they become one complete love story.” says Lodù.
As her first full-length project, “Wine & Honey” represents a significant evolution in her artistry, expanding her distinct blend of Afrocentric influences and soulful storytelling into a complete narrative. The project opens with “Lolufé”, an Afro-jazz-infused introduction that immediately immerses listeners in the warmth of the record. It moves seamlessly into “Olówó Orími“, her breakout single that debuted at No. 32 on the Nigeria Top 50 chart, before arriving at “Moróuntódùn“, a nostalgic meditation on discovering a soulmate. The traditional Yoruba interlude “Egbe Gengen” reinforces themes of unity and cultural heritage, while “Follow” explores the freedom of choosing love. “Ìfẹ́mi”, featuring DOTTi The Deity, introduces a gentle contemporary collaboration that further broadens the project’s sonic palette.
Recorded in her home studio in Yaba, Lagos, “Wine & Honey” was brought to life through collaborations with producers Phleksibu, Ojurere, and Gentuu Vibe. However, Lodù independently wrote every song on the project, maintaining complete creative control over her vision.
“Writing the songs on my own gave me the freedom to be completely honest. I could experiment, rewrite, and keep refining every lyric and melody until each song felt exactly the way I imagined it. That process taught me patience and made this project incredibly personal.”
From writing and recording to vocal production, every detail was approached with intention, backed by nearly a year spent refining the project through production, engineering, and a carefully considered strategy. As both a singer and producer, Lodù continues to distinguish herself through total artistic ownership, balancing cultural authenticity with modern expression.
“I hope people walk away believing that love can still be gentle, reciprocal, and intentional. If these songs remind someone to cherish love or to believe in it again, then I’ve achieved what I set out to do,” shares Lodù.
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