This archive report was first published on 9 July 2019.
Released recently, 'Nalingi Ye' is a beautiful blend of East African music styles, with Abdu Kiba and Christian Bella delivering a captivating performance.
The song's title, 'Nalingi Ye', translates to 'I love him or her' in Congolese, and it's a heartfelt expression of love to a woman.
Abdu Kiba and Christian Bella take turns singing about the extent to which a man is willing to go for love, with the use of Swahili in the lyrical breakdown adding a magical touch.
The song's first stanza is descriptive, with the singer using a metaphorical approach to show love, comparing the woman's beauty to a bird's plumage.
Abdu Kiba goes on to express his sentiments to the love of his life, stating that he is willing to go through life's hardships just for her.
Christian Bella joins in, adding his own verse to the song, asking the woman to fight for their love.
At the end of it all, the duo passes the message that love wins no matter the challenges in life.
Listen to the song below and tell us what you think.
