British rapper and producer Ayo Beatz, famed for his collaborations with Hollywood star Idris Elba and Love Island's Wes Nelson, has struck viral gold once again with a brand new release. His latest track, 'Twende Dada,' created alongside rising Tanzanian artist Malaika Mfalme, has swiftly amassed over a million views on YouTube since its release.
A Fusion of Sounds Hits the UK
The new single represents a bold musical fusion, masterminded by Ayo. It blends the distinctive Tanzanian Bongo Flava sound with contemporary genres like Afrobeats, Hip Hop, and Amapiano. This innovative mix is poised to introduce a fresh, vibrant sound to club scenes and playlists across the UK and internationally.
Produced by London Entertainment and distributed via TikTok's SoundOn label, the release strategy itself is a nod to modern, viral-focused music distribution. Ayo, whose past hits include 'Drive' with Clean Bandit and 'Habits' with Wes Nelson, both produced and contributed his signature British rap verses to the track.
An Ode to Twin Love and Sisterhood
The song's title, 'Twende Dada,' translates from Swahili to 'Let's Go, Sis.' It was written as a heartfelt tribute to Malaika's deep connection with her twin sister, Ria Adele. This theme of sibling love is central to the track and its accompanying video, which features both sisters lighting up the screen with their chemistry.
"Filming the video was fun, it was a full-on production and Malaika and sister Ria Adele were just vibing," Ayo revealed in an exclusive statement. He expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with emerging talent, stating, "I've collaborated with loads of artists including Labrinth, Wes Nelson and Idris Elba but it's always great to discover something new... Malaika brings a lot to the party."
From Established Icons to New Frontiers
While Ayo has a storied history of working with established names, praising Idris Elba as "great to work with," he emphasised the thrill of pushing into new sonic territories. "This sound is really cool and is doing well in the clubs," he added, highlighting the track's immediate reception.
By merging British rap energy with East African soul, 'Twende Dada' successfully pushes Bongo Flava into a new, globally-appealing arena. The track is now available for streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and TikTok.
