London hip hop enthusiast Tanaka Makoni has been picking up pace across the scene over the last few years, and she is catapulting herself to fabulous new heights with her latest track ‘Lust’.
It takes an unconventional approach with a beat which will get you tapping your foot instantly. Tanaka is brazen with her attitude, and the vocal melody which greets us in the opener leaves a long-lasting indent in our mind. Vocally, Tanaka gets straight into the chorus, which is a bold move but one which I believe is the correct choice. Why? Because the melody is striking, and why not flaunt it from the get-go? Also, it fastens itself in and sets the tone for the rest of the track with its warm and dreamy vibe.
As the track progresses, the warm synth lead becomes more deep-felt. It provides the record a bold rhythm element, and it gives a pure gentle atmospheric taking us away from the crazy world we are all living in at the moment. Also, the track clutches at the heartstrings with a piercing charm gliding through the airwaves.
For me, I am relishing this new track from Tanaka. She is proving to be a force to be reckoned with, and her vocals are crisp and astute. She sings with her all, and it is paying off with her popularity rapidly growing. Also, her message leaves no room for confusion. She has experienced the negatives of a modern relationship, and she sings with real conviction with each word hitting home.
Also, the track opens a fresh chapter for modern female hip hop. It is no mirror to anything else currently popping in the industry, and it brings a unique attribute which is exhilarating.
Words By Shanade Connor