Rising star Daṣo (pronounced day-show) is back with a song and video for his latest release “Lekki”. Daṣo first popped on the scene earlier this year with his first single JARA, which generated a buzz globally resulting in over 125k streams across platforms and over 10k creations on Tik Tok in under six months.
Now, the talented artist has released a new single best described as a celebration of his journey and the neighborhood of Lekki, Lagos. “Lekki” gives listeners a glimpse into Daṣo’s everyday life as he embraces growth.
The coming-of-age track celebrates how he has come into his own as a man who is confident in himself, comfortable in his environment, and ready to take the entertainment industry by storm fearlessly.
Produced by XtremeTheProducer, the song features a unique blend of instruments, including strings, flutes, and drums, to create a smooth and melodic sound best described as Afropop.
The accompanying music video shot in Lagos in collaboration with director Zamani Istifanus and cinematographer Mr. Movies, perfectly captures the vibrant spirit of the song and sheds light on Daṣo’s fun-loving personality.
It offers viewers an immersive visual experience, showcasing a day in the life of the artist as he exudes confidence and charisma while asserting his readiness to conquer the world.
The video also features various recognizable spots around Lekki including the Lekki-Ikoyi Bridge, aerial shots of Lekki Epe, and more. Daṣo proudly represents his Nigerian heritage and community by celebrating his neighborhood and creating a new anthem for everyone living and working in Lekki, Lagos.
“At this stage in my career, I’m focused on making good music and introducing myself to the world,” Daṣo reveals. “A big part of that is my confidence and lively personality, which I believe my first two singles reflect.
There are so many aspects of life that are challenging right now, and I want to spread joy and positivity through my music and inspire people to be confident and work towards being the best version of themselves.
Smiling and enjoying moments in life is so important, and I hope my music contributes to those moments for people.” In just a short amount of time, Daṣo has shown tremendous growth.
He is quickly making a name for himself in the industry, and with the release of “Lekki,” he continues to position himself as one to watch.
To keep up with Daṣo and the impact he is sure to make in the entertainment
industry, follow his socials: Instagram, TikTok, and X.
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