SHOW DEM CAMP - PALMWINE EXPRESS ALBUM REVIEW
Artist background - Show Dem Camp
“Long live the underdog long as he’s under God, rest assured the sun will shine after the thunderstorm, feeling like Jean Lu Picard with these captains logs, interstellar off the wall with these monologues, so put you stunners on, the city bout to light up……life as we know it chappie see the world evolve, the underdogs are winning taking this shit by the horns, the stage is my podium so every time I’m on , speak words into existence and visions into form, son of the soil, children of the corn, go against the grain feed up on their lawn, they try to shut us down we grew stronger through the storm”
You’d be forgiven if you thought the above was an excerpt from the long lost diary of a poet who walked the earth during the renaissance era. However you’d be wrong because those are the lyrical offerings of arguably Nigeria’s most potent Hip Hop group since Trybes Men and Thoroughbreds-The Show Dem Camp (SDC) made up of Tec and Ghost.
The Show Dem Camp duo, Tec (Wale Davies) and Ghost (Olumide Ayeni) both born in Nigeria, have a wealth of international influence having spent formative years overseas in the UK, Ireland, Amsterdam and the US collectively. While Show Dem Camp’s influences nod to the lyrical prowess of NaS and rhythmic flow of Fela Kuti, it’s the prominence of their narrative- the story of two young men who aren’t willing to compromise their truth for the sake of artificial cool points.
Following the resounding underground success of their street releases ‘Clone Wars Volume 1 & 2’, Show Dem Camp received critical acclaim for their debut album 2011’s ‘The Dreamer Project’, Its first single 'Farabale' was well-received and the album featured artists such as 2face, MI and Temi Dollface.
Following the release of their debut album, Show Dem Camp have toured and performed in 3 different continents and earned plaudits internationally with rave reviews following their performance headlining with African icon 2face at his comeback concert in the UK (IndigO2) in 2011 and more recently American business mogul and former teen star Nick Cannon tweeting in support of the duo’s new material and hinting at possible business collaborations. In 2013, Show Dem Camp have released a new single ‘Feel Alright’ a playful, feel-good record featuring upcoming artists; DRB crooner Boj and the talented wordsmith Poe. The single, produced by Ghana’s DJ Juls, marks a turning point in the evolution of the SDC’s sound as it fuses modern hip-hop drums over a rich sound-bed of traditional African percussions and live instruments. In 2015, Show Dem Camp joined a half-dozen other artists to form The Collective (stylised as The Collectiv3.) The duo also contributed a song to the debut album of the group. In January 2019 the duo announced the release of ‘Palmwine Express’, another instalment of the highly successful series. So far, Palm wine express has been top notch with collaborations with artists cutting across almost every sphere of music including (alternative musics RnB Hipop, Rap etc.).
Palmwine Express by ShowDem Camp
Disclaimer:- this review isn't aimed at maligning an artist or questioning the extent of his musicianship neither is it made to give overrated hype, rather, it is a subjective appraisal of an Afrique sound.
The Review
From the Album title and art lots of messages could be deduced as to what the album aims to offer, firstly it's no gain saying that Palmwine itself holds special significance in the Afrique culture. It is often used in ceremonies as traditional weddings and some ritual cum festive rites as well as for prayer purposes.
Palmwine is also seen as a symbol for gyration having it's root in adult male gatherings within many African cultures were they sing dance and narrate tales of adventures to one another, many of such times there is usually an interplay of lies and jests in creating hyperboles and wits.
Furthermore, taking a close look from the visual perspective, the album art creates a reminiscence of good old Afrique literature texts, a subtle nostalgia of narratives within the pages of texts like the Macmillan Primary English where we have adventurous stories of Ali and Simbi, Agbo etc coming to mind. However, it possesses a sensual imagery thus creating the picture of African love, fun and romance. With this being said let's begin an indepth analysis of it's sound and music content.
Intro- Show Dem camp ft Nsikak
Like the name "intro" implies, this is a prelude to what is to come and yea we are being treated to a conversation by fun enthusiastic ladies planning a vacation to the motherland, where it's so "fired up". Surprisingly, what happens to be the album title turns out to be the name of the airline on which the ladies are on board. We are thus welcomed to a journey that metaphorically implies the rest of the album. What's interesting to note is the word play employed by the flight annoucer who says "smoking is prohibited during the duration of the flight, however if one possess some good "herbs" they could feel free to pass around". Here we are presented with the notion of flying and being high thus I'd suggest the album becomes our journey (flying) and it's music being the intoxication gotten from "good herbs".
Tales by moonlight- Show Dem Camp ft Tems
On hearing the title "Tales by moonlight" a memory of what the Yoruba's would call 'alo' comes to mind which is simply the African folk story often told by elderly persons to little ones. According to oral tradition, this stories are being told under the full moon in the compound of an elderly figure within an household or a high placed chief who has explored the far and wide of the world. Unlike regular stories, tales by moonlight are usually didactic in nature and are often times fables. "alo"/Tales by moonlight can be used metaphorically in many cases to represent lies and I have a feeling that this was exactly the message behind show dem camp's TBM.
Born out of the fact that literature (including music) does not exist in a vacuum, I suggest that the song is a subtle attack on the African government who largely do nothing but keep given excuses and stories all the time. A quick look at lines which suggest that: * "They hide in their coats, it's all a design" *"Dem no give us light, they talk say may we shine, it's tales by moonlight".
The new day alte goddess Tems then puts the icing on the cake with her chorus as she confirms that lies have been tbe narrative for a longtime thus demanding for honesty.
The production like many of the tracks within the album is really smooth and is just perfect for clearing ones mind. Subtle background sounds of strings mixed with the scintillating background sounds from a saxophone plus the traditional conga drum with a dash of an African gong clicking sets in motion what cam be regarded as an Afrique jazz rhythm
Alariwo- Show Dem Camp
"Honestly ehn if you don't want this problem between me and you to escalate, you'll bring out palmwine". No features on this one, the rhythm was quite upbeat, more European than the familiar Afrique Vibes they had been dishing out earlier. However, the rap was hungrier and both Tec and ghost weren't out there to play. This was probably done to send a message and I think it was well received, a quick peek at some of the lines therein. * "as far as rap you're the most consistent on the scene" * "2 Albums in four months my dawgs don't slack" * "no pure rest mehn, we want that raw cash" Yea, as far as hungry goes, this definitely is. Back to the title itself, Alaariwo means a noisemaker and drawing from the hook there's a proclamation that these noisemakers should take a chil pill because they are the best at what they do. . Ouch! Something is cooking.
In Case- Show Dem Camp ft Wani
Tingling sounds of gongs and the infusion of the upbeat European drums gave birth to a truely fascinating tune of music in which one could be seated whilst having their body gyrate to the rhythm of the beat, a real definition of what Afropop really represents. Unlike Alaariwo in which Ghost went all hardcore on his rap, in this track, we are presented with a loverboy style of rap where rhymes were more dominant in achieving a poetic masterclass. However, this doesn't come as a surprise given that the message aimed at in the track was romance. Playing it smooth with rhythm, Ghost shows off his wooing skills and it's no gain saying that Baba was on top of his game.
Wani then comes through with a unique Afrique flava which basically adds the much needed spice in shaping the track's rhythmic smoothness and establishing a vivid sensual image of gyration and romance.
Tec on the other hand drifted away from the whole fun and romance dwelling basically on accomplishments and ambitions however still maintaining the smoothness which runs through the music.
Good Time- Show Dem Camp ft Funbi & Nonso Amadi
Personally, I consider this track one of the top 3 on the album. Firstly, not only does it possess an excellent Afrique jazz kind of production it has one of the best collaboration for such sound with Nonso Amadi treating us with an absolutely smooth melody. The beat production also typifies what can be regarded as a typical travel song adequate for clearing ones mind while enjoying the smooth vibes it present. Like the title says "good time" the content tends towards the expression of love and yes the message was well passed.
A quick peek:
"So make we get busy with no limits, Say the grove is not for us we can't greet it, And nobody force we can't willing, and me I want to focus on you, So jo fumi ma kuri yen, Tell me how you like it, I don't need to pariwo, Know that me I like your way".
"I see fire fire fire, Set this place on fire. Just when I look at you I wonder, You make me wanna touch the fire".
Can't help but say the musical content was a true display of musicianship. Bigups.
Different Case- Show Dem Camp ft BOJ
"Iro, Iro nla, Ole pà mi layo o. Iro, Iro nla, Ole pa mi layo o". Talking about true musicianship how is infusing folklore with Afropop? Insane I must remark. Show Dem Camp puts us on a ride back to the old times by adding that evergreen folk sound which births a unique kind of musical genre deeply rooted in the folklore culture which is a style of music originating from an ethnic community of a specific region, possessing a clear purpose or social function.
Going by the above said, it becomes quite understandable why the different case track was basically a narration of a Lagos Yoruba demon lifestyle who is really about the one night stand and chasing the paper.
A quick peek:
"She wan me I'm sorry oo, But I don't know if I'm gonna marry o, ewo, See the girl I carry oo, so fine but after today I no dey want oo, I just wanna get money, I just wanna get money, ego"
"Finding love in Lagos, Often seems like it's the hardes, Either you're the hunter Or u choose to be the target"
"I used to meet special women, But I just couldn't decide"
In subsequent lines, Ghost maintained the same musical content with the energy he's known for and some real hardcore content. In totality, this song can be summed up as a real playboy track however as smooth as an Afrique Jazz sound goes.
Do me nice- Show Dem Camp ft Buju
Still crusing on musical perfection, Show Dem Camp teams up with Buju in bringing home some smooth "faaji" rhythm.
As the song's title implies "Do me Nice" the track's melody maintained mildness right from it's begining to the end, adequately typifying what a relaxation music should feel like. This allows for smoothness in moving from verse to hook when we talk as regarding tempo with the difference only obvious in the vocal change.
Buju starts by treating us to a sensual imagery with his first line in the song "Oh girl I really like to see how you and liquor combine, bringing to play the notion of faaji (pleasure) with subsequent lines further reinforcing the notion therefore shaping the tone of the music as one meant for relaxation and chilling. "So I say, Put your cup up in the air, Faji lawa eee ooo, Cannot kill my self Ooo no, You do me nice, you do me jeje" this idea rings on throughout the song thereby standing as the focal point of the whole track.
Remeber, this is the palmwine express and anywhere palmwine goes, gyration follows.
True Story- Show Dem Camp ft Burna boy
The African giant once again on a Show Dem Camp track and we are looking forward to a replication of the magic previously created between both artists in the hit single "Legend". However, this doesn't turn out to be the case as the songs differ greatly in terms of production, melody and tune. Legend was basically a rebirth of the Fela style of afro beat while "True Story" combines Afrobeat with the pop-culture and that upbeat tune that gets one grooving. Although one thing that remains constant is our African giant always showcasing the uniqueness of the Afrique tune in his regular Afro flava and spice.
True story basically is an autobiographical account of the journey so far and an appreciation to God who has brought them this far.
Flex on You- Show Dem Camp ft Moelogo
Talking about absolute smoothness, here's one track that connects rhythm with emotions.
On the choice of feature, it's safe to say that Moelogo did the exact job the song aimed to achieve touching emotions with his poetic rhythm.
As opposed to earlier productions on this album, this track doesn't allow for grooving and gyrations, it is however the perfect track for lovers.
Interesting to note is the change in style by Ghost from his regular energetic rap to a more tuned down rhythm in actualizing a rhythmic masterpiece.
Flex on you from ghost verse is a checklist for the perfect woman while Tec firstly describes a bond shared between their duo describing their combo as "psquare" & "the best duo since Don jazzy and d'banj" later on he eulogizes a lady describing her as an "African queen".
Looking for a smooth rhytm for a loved one? Here's the track for you.
Vibrations- Show Dem Camp ft Tomi Thomas
On this track, the Show Dem Camp boys try a different style of tune as opposed to the ones we've been earlier introduced to in previous tracks in the album.
The idea behind the music is romance although a drift from what we have in "flex on you" or "good time" to something more upbeat.
On the choice of collaboration, Tomi Thomas an artist of which not much of him is known brought in just the perfect amount of energy needed in bringing home a fascinating sound.
The type of vibration we are presented with here is opposed to the regular shaking movement but as used in slangs to represent an instinctively sensed emotional aura or atmosphere; vibes. And as asserted by Tec, this is a vibration of the highest frequency.
The hook generates a sensual imagery of romance and this theme is predominant throughout the song "We look amazing, I think we are match made in heaven, say feel my vibrations your legs will be shaking forever". Tec then reafirms our guess in his verse while Ghost dishes in his hardcore lines that brings together the notion of love and sex.
In totality, the song revolves around how similar energy collides and produces that beautiful spark.
Too bad- Show Dem Camp ft Amaarae & Tems
Slow rhythms on this one, with a collaboration of the alte goddess Tems and the Ghanian-American sensational act Amaarae who added that needed spice to set in motion a soul music tune on this track. It's another subtle drift from the palmwine gyration kind of tune however remains perfecto in it's own right.
Coming from Tec's verse this track basically narrates an account of love, thereafter dishing out advice on how love shouldn't be forced. "Never try to change someone or you'll be stressed for life" "Never try to clip her wings, she was meant to fly", the latter line resonating a feminist standpoint.
The song generally gives account of the good, bad and ugly moments of a relationship and also an attempt at the disapproval of a toxic relationship.
Review by Taiwo Agunlejika and Ayandele Promise ©
“Long live the underdog long as he’s under God, rest assured the sun will shine after the thunderstorm, feeling like Jean Lu Picard with these captains logs, interstellar off the wall with these monologues, so put you stunners on, the city bout to light up……life as we know it chappie see the world evolve, the underdogs are winning taking this shit by the horns, the stage is my podium so every time I’m on , speak words into existence and visions into form, son of the soil, children of the corn, go against the grain feed up on their lawn, they try to shut us down we grew stronger through the storm”
You’d be forgiven if you thought the above was an excerpt from the long lost diary of a poet who walked the earth during the renaissance era. However you’d be wrong because those are the lyrical offerings of arguably Nigeria’s most potent Hip Hop group since Trybes Men and Thoroughbreds-The Show Dem Camp (SDC) made up of Tec and Ghost.
The Show Dem Camp duo, Tec (Wale Davies) and Ghost (Olumide Ayeni) both born in Nigeria, have a wealth of international influence having spent formative years overseas in the UK, Ireland, Amsterdam and the US collectively. While Show Dem Camp’s influences nod to the lyrical prowess of NaS and rhythmic flow of Fela Kuti, it’s the prominence of their narrative- the story of two young men who aren’t willing to compromise their truth for the sake of artificial cool points.
Following the resounding underground success of their street releases ‘Clone Wars Volume 1 & 2’, Show Dem Camp received critical acclaim for their debut album 2011’s ‘The Dreamer Project’, Its first single 'Farabale' was well-received and the album featured artists such as 2face, MI and Temi Dollface.
Following the release of their debut album, Show Dem Camp have toured and performed in 3 different continents and earned plaudits internationally with rave reviews following their performance headlining with African icon 2face at his comeback concert in the UK (IndigO2) in 2011 and more recently American business mogul and former teen star Nick Cannon tweeting in support of the duo’s new material and hinting at possible business collaborations. In 2013, Show Dem Camp have released a new single ‘Feel Alright’ a playful, feel-good record featuring upcoming artists; DRB crooner Boj and the talented wordsmith Poe. The single, produced by Ghana’s DJ Juls, marks a turning point in the evolution of the SDC’s sound as it fuses modern hip-hop drums over a rich sound-bed of traditional African percussions and live instruments. In 2015, Show Dem Camp joined a half-dozen other artists to form The Collective (stylised as The Collectiv3.) The duo also contributed a song to the debut album of the group. In January 2019 the duo announced the release of ‘Palmwine Express’, another instalment of the highly successful series. So far, Palm wine express has been top notch with collaborations with artists cutting across almost every sphere of music including (alternative musics RnB Hipop, Rap etc.).
Palmwine Express by ShowDem Camp
Disclaimer:- this review isn't aimed at maligning an artist or questioning the extent of his musicianship neither is it made to give overrated hype, rather, it is a subjective appraisal of an Afrique sound.
The Review
From the Album title and art lots of messages could be deduced as to what the album aims to offer, firstly it's no gain saying that Palmwine itself holds special significance in the Afrique culture. It is often used in ceremonies as traditional weddings and some ritual cum festive rites as well as for prayer purposes.
Palmwine is also seen as a symbol for gyration having it's root in adult male gatherings within many African cultures were they sing dance and narrate tales of adventures to one another, many of such times there is usually an interplay of lies and jests in creating hyperboles and wits.
Furthermore, taking a close look from the visual perspective, the album art creates a reminiscence of good old Afrique literature texts, a subtle nostalgia of narratives within the pages of texts like the Macmillan Primary English where we have adventurous stories of Ali and Simbi, Agbo etc coming to mind. However, it possesses a sensual imagery thus creating the picture of African love, fun and romance. With this being said let's begin an indepth analysis of it's sound and music content.
Intro- Show Dem camp ft Nsikak
Like the name "intro" implies, this is a prelude to what is to come and yea we are being treated to a conversation by fun enthusiastic ladies planning a vacation to the motherland, where it's so "fired up". Surprisingly, what happens to be the album title turns out to be the name of the airline on which the ladies are on board. We are thus welcomed to a journey that metaphorically implies the rest of the album. What's interesting to note is the word play employed by the flight annoucer who says "smoking is prohibited during the duration of the flight, however if one possess some good "herbs" they could feel free to pass around". Here we are presented with the notion of flying and being high thus I'd suggest the album becomes our journey (flying) and it's music being the intoxication gotten from "good herbs".
Tales by moonlight- Show Dem Camp ft Tems
On hearing the title "Tales by moonlight" a memory of what the Yoruba's would call 'alo' comes to mind which is simply the African folk story often told by elderly persons to little ones. According to oral tradition, this stories are being told under the full moon in the compound of an elderly figure within an household or a high placed chief who has explored the far and wide of the world. Unlike regular stories, tales by moonlight are usually didactic in nature and are often times fables. "alo"/Tales by moonlight can be used metaphorically in many cases to represent lies and I have a feeling that this was exactly the message behind show dem camp's TBM.
Born out of the fact that literature (including music) does not exist in a vacuum, I suggest that the song is a subtle attack on the African government who largely do nothing but keep given excuses and stories all the time. A quick look at lines which suggest that: * "They hide in their coats, it's all a design" *"Dem no give us light, they talk say may we shine, it's tales by moonlight".
The new day alte goddess Tems then puts the icing on the cake with her chorus as she confirms that lies have been tbe narrative for a longtime thus demanding for honesty.
The production like many of the tracks within the album is really smooth and is just perfect for clearing ones mind. Subtle background sounds of strings mixed with the scintillating background sounds from a saxophone plus the traditional conga drum with a dash of an African gong clicking sets in motion what cam be regarded as an Afrique jazz rhythm
Alariwo- Show Dem Camp
"Honestly ehn if you don't want this problem between me and you to escalate, you'll bring out palmwine". No features on this one, the rhythm was quite upbeat, more European than the familiar Afrique Vibes they had been dishing out earlier. However, the rap was hungrier and both Tec and ghost weren't out there to play. This was probably done to send a message and I think it was well received, a quick peek at some of the lines therein. * "as far as rap you're the most consistent on the scene" * "2 Albums in four months my dawgs don't slack" * "no pure rest mehn, we want that raw cash" Yea, as far as hungry goes, this definitely is. Back to the title itself, Alaariwo means a noisemaker and drawing from the hook there's a proclamation that these noisemakers should take a chil pill because they are the best at what they do. . Ouch! Something is cooking.
In Case- Show Dem Camp ft Wani
Tingling sounds of gongs and the infusion of the upbeat European drums gave birth to a truely fascinating tune of music in which one could be seated whilst having their body gyrate to the rhythm of the beat, a real definition of what Afropop really represents. Unlike Alaariwo in which Ghost went all hardcore on his rap, in this track, we are presented with a loverboy style of rap where rhymes were more dominant in achieving a poetic masterclass. However, this doesn't come as a surprise given that the message aimed at in the track was romance. Playing it smooth with rhythm, Ghost shows off his wooing skills and it's no gain saying that Baba was on top of his game.
Wani then comes through with a unique Afrique flava which basically adds the much needed spice in shaping the track's rhythmic smoothness and establishing a vivid sensual image of gyration and romance.
Tec on the other hand drifted away from the whole fun and romance dwelling basically on accomplishments and ambitions however still maintaining the smoothness which runs through the music.
Good Time- Show Dem Camp ft Funbi & Nonso Amadi
Personally, I consider this track one of the top 3 on the album. Firstly, not only does it possess an excellent Afrique jazz kind of production it has one of the best collaboration for such sound with Nonso Amadi treating us with an absolutely smooth melody. The beat production also typifies what can be regarded as a typical travel song adequate for clearing ones mind while enjoying the smooth vibes it present. Like the title says "good time" the content tends towards the expression of love and yes the message was well passed.
A quick peek:
"So make we get busy with no limits, Say the grove is not for us we can't greet it, And nobody force we can't willing, and me I want to focus on you, So jo fumi ma kuri yen, Tell me how you like it, I don't need to pariwo, Know that me I like your way".
"I see fire fire fire, Set this place on fire. Just when I look at you I wonder, You make me wanna touch the fire".
Can't help but say the musical content was a true display of musicianship. Bigups.
Different Case- Show Dem Camp ft BOJ
"Iro, Iro nla, Ole pà mi layo o. Iro, Iro nla, Ole pa mi layo o". Talking about true musicianship how is infusing folklore with Afropop? Insane I must remark. Show Dem Camp puts us on a ride back to the old times by adding that evergreen folk sound which births a unique kind of musical genre deeply rooted in the folklore culture which is a style of music originating from an ethnic community of a specific region, possessing a clear purpose or social function.
Going by the above said, it becomes quite understandable why the different case track was basically a narration of a Lagos Yoruba demon lifestyle who is really about the one night stand and chasing the paper.
A quick peek:
"She wan me I'm sorry oo, But I don't know if I'm gonna marry o, ewo, See the girl I carry oo, so fine but after today I no dey want oo, I just wanna get money, I just wanna get money, ego"
"Finding love in Lagos, Often seems like it's the hardes, Either you're the hunter Or u choose to be the target"
"I used to meet special women, But I just couldn't decide"
In subsequent lines, Ghost maintained the same musical content with the energy he's known for and some real hardcore content. In totality, this song can be summed up as a real playboy track however as smooth as an Afrique Jazz sound goes.
Do me nice- Show Dem Camp ft Buju
Still crusing on musical perfection, Show Dem Camp teams up with Buju in bringing home some smooth "faaji" rhythm.
As the song's title implies "Do me Nice" the track's melody maintained mildness right from it's begining to the end, adequately typifying what a relaxation music should feel like. This allows for smoothness in moving from verse to hook when we talk as regarding tempo with the difference only obvious in the vocal change.
Buju starts by treating us to a sensual imagery with his first line in the song "Oh girl I really like to see how you and liquor combine, bringing to play the notion of faaji (pleasure) with subsequent lines further reinforcing the notion therefore shaping the tone of the music as one meant for relaxation and chilling. "So I say, Put your cup up in the air, Faji lawa eee ooo, Cannot kill my self Ooo no, You do me nice, you do me jeje" this idea rings on throughout the song thereby standing as the focal point of the whole track.
Remeber, this is the palmwine express and anywhere palmwine goes, gyration follows.
True Story- Show Dem Camp ft Burna boy
The African giant once again on a Show Dem Camp track and we are looking forward to a replication of the magic previously created between both artists in the hit single "Legend". However, this doesn't turn out to be the case as the songs differ greatly in terms of production, melody and tune. Legend was basically a rebirth of the Fela style of afro beat while "True Story" combines Afrobeat with the pop-culture and that upbeat tune that gets one grooving. Although one thing that remains constant is our African giant always showcasing the uniqueness of the Afrique tune in his regular Afro flava and spice.
True story basically is an autobiographical account of the journey so far and an appreciation to God who has brought them this far.
Flex on You- Show Dem Camp ft Moelogo
Talking about absolute smoothness, here's one track that connects rhythm with emotions.
On the choice of feature, it's safe to say that Moelogo did the exact job the song aimed to achieve touching emotions with his poetic rhythm.
As opposed to earlier productions on this album, this track doesn't allow for grooving and gyrations, it is however the perfect track for lovers.
Interesting to note is the change in style by Ghost from his regular energetic rap to a more tuned down rhythm in actualizing a rhythmic masterpiece.
Flex on you from ghost verse is a checklist for the perfect woman while Tec firstly describes a bond shared between their duo describing their combo as "psquare" & "the best duo since Don jazzy and d'banj" later on he eulogizes a lady describing her as an "African queen".
Looking for a smooth rhytm for a loved one? Here's the track for you.
Vibrations- Show Dem Camp ft Tomi Thomas
On this track, the Show Dem Camp boys try a different style of tune as opposed to the ones we've been earlier introduced to in previous tracks in the album.
The idea behind the music is romance although a drift from what we have in "flex on you" or "good time" to something more upbeat.
On the choice of collaboration, Tomi Thomas an artist of which not much of him is known brought in just the perfect amount of energy needed in bringing home a fascinating sound.
The type of vibration we are presented with here is opposed to the regular shaking movement but as used in slangs to represent an instinctively sensed emotional aura or atmosphere; vibes. And as asserted by Tec, this is a vibration of the highest frequency.
The hook generates a sensual imagery of romance and this theme is predominant throughout the song "We look amazing, I think we are match made in heaven, say feel my vibrations your legs will be shaking forever". Tec then reafirms our guess in his verse while Ghost dishes in his hardcore lines that brings together the notion of love and sex.
In totality, the song revolves around how similar energy collides and produces that beautiful spark.
Too bad- Show Dem Camp ft Amaarae & Tems
Slow rhythms on this one, with a collaboration of the alte goddess Tems and the Ghanian-American sensational act Amaarae who added that needed spice to set in motion a soul music tune on this track. It's another subtle drift from the palmwine gyration kind of tune however remains perfecto in it's own right.
Coming from Tec's verse this track basically narrates an account of love, thereafter dishing out advice on how love shouldn't be forced. "Never try to change someone or you'll be stressed for life" "Never try to clip her wings, she was meant to fly", the latter line resonating a feminist standpoint.
The song generally gives account of the good, bad and ugly moments of a relationship and also an attempt at the disapproval of a toxic relationship.
Review by Taiwo Agunlejika and Ayandele Promise ©
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