Madz warns his lover of the “Small Sacrifice” they’ll be making if they fall for him. He croons sentimental R&B over the hefty tempo of an afrobeats backdrop.
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Why We Like It: Twitch 4EVA’s “Baby”
Mixing elements of afrobeats, R&B and pop music, Ghanian artist Twitch 4EVA creates a unique sound which he describes as “coastal music.” He sings about the unconditional love he’s learned from role models like his parents.
Why We Like It: Lexxicon’s “I Don’t Deserve You”
Toronto-based vocalist Lexxicon combines hip-hop, afrobeats and reggaeton with his signature dancehall sound. He hopes songs like “I Don’t Deserve You” combined with his work as a BLM activist can help others celebrate their Blackness.