Mass The Difference: EP review - pushing South African hip hop boundaries
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Tommy WÁ's lyrics are real and open, allowing listeners to identify with the unadulterated feelings in every song. His music is a reflection of the many aspects of the human experience, whether one is experiencing love or delving into philosophical concerns.
A good example of sampling is Burna Boy “Wombolombo’’ released in 2013, which sampled Angelique Kidjo’s “Wombo Lombo’’ released in 1996.
Showing dexterity in his music, the Street hop crooner, MohBad who started as a rapper later took on singing and thus, went on to release other songs such as Ponmo, Gumbody, Peace, Sorry, Feel Good, and others.
Though the origin of the sound is known, the name BENGA remains a matter of speculation. Some say, it was derived from Obengo, the name of the mother of the legendary Benga musician D.O. Misiani. Another believes that the word was first used in the song, Monica Ondego, by the Ogara Boys from the 1963 Ketebul Label.
“You, Michael?” Some of his classmates taunted him. “Michael wants to sing. Maybe through the hole in its heels,” another teased, and the pupils laughed. “Let’s show some respect, everyone,” Mr. Adegbenro cautioned, silencing the teasing, and then he urged Michael to step forward. Instead, Michael sat back, his head bowed. His self-doubt and second thoughts were palpable.