Talented Afro-depression pioneer Omah Lay has teamed up with Grammy-winning vocal diva Tems on a hauntingly beautiful new album titled “Silence”.
This much-anticipated duet comes as fans are falling hard for sad, dismal Afrobeats. Both artists are recognized for their fragility, and hence, the confluence of their individual energies generates a very intense emotional milieu. This slow-burn joint illustrates the awful emptiness left behind after a passionate love affair.
The sound engineer makes a tremendously rich late-night soundtrack of delicate ethereal synths and velvety sub-bass. He introduces a very strong, ambient percussion beat that maintains the rhythm at a moderate, intimate speed. But the instrumentation nevertheless provides them enough room to let the actual feelings of the performers shine through.
Omah Lay begins the first few songs with his signature breathy singing style and characteristic sad-boy lyricism. He sings of overthinking and loneliness and trying to recuperate in a quiet location that once felt so lively. His delivery is still so genuine that his sorrow feels exceedingly real and close to home.
Tems layers in on her deep, soulful pitch, matching his passion with pristine accuracy. Her voice is a layer of depth that lifts the track as she sings of finding peace in the midst of grief. Her powerful harmonies transcend the agonizing quiet into a sanctuary for self-discovery and strength.
This is a beautiful record, a beautiful mix that makes for a wonderfully satisfying, emotional masterpiece. Her punchy voice and his more vulnerable, gentler flow provide a terrific sonic balance. The ultimate result is easily a classic for late-night repairing sessions.
This track has to be in your playlist for midnight reflection. Stream the sad masterpiece today on your favorite digital music provider.
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