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  Afro-Pop’s Jinmi Abduls returns with his second single of the summer, ‘Hold You’. This love song opens with the kind of warmth that pulls you in immediately. Sweet rhythm drums, soft guitar riffs and his calm, affectionate vocals come together to create a record that feels tender, familiar and deeply romantic. ‘Hold You’ is a sweet serenade touching on closeness, comfort and the emotions that aren’t always easy to articulate. Blending classic Afrobeats and R&B, the track finds Jinmi Abduls leaning into the softer side of love. He captures the desire to be present and offers comfort through every season.  Co-produced by the talented Kuspid (Odumodublvck/Scottyolorin), and Jinmi Abduls, ‘Hold You’ carries the ease of a timeless love song. Its gentle drums and soft rhythm create a smooth groove for Jinmi’s vocals to sit in. The track nods to classics like Teddy Pendergrass’ ‘When Somebody Loves You Back’ and 2Face Idibia’s ‘Ole’ . This draws on the nostalgic world o...

    There's a reason why Young Rob remains one of Afrobeats’ most captivating voices, he’s the “gyal dem sugar,” and ‘My Girl’ captures that magic. Here, the crooner keeps it suave, putting his girl on a pedestal while letting his romantic side shine through every lyric. The result is a track that feels both personal and universal, thus impossible to ignore. Co-produced by Vaïtro and Regah , ‘My Girl’ bursts with an irresistibly catchy groove that will have you hooked from start to finish. Young Rob is in his element. His expressive lyrics and vocals relay sincere emotions that culminate in a bright track perfect for the big stage. The warmth he radiates is energizing–the kind that lights up faces and reveals a tender side. According to Young Rob, the inspiration behind ‘My Girl’ came from a simple truth: “Finding true love these days is a real struggle,” he explains. ‘My Girl’ is about knowing how to treat and care for a real one when you’re lucky enough to have one b...