- Futuristic sonics from a Nigerian enigma.
- Odunsi (The Engine) has been making waves for a while. As a staple of the Nigerian alté scene, his music often delves into the intricacies and difficulties of breaking the mould while living under the weight of a heavily conservative government. His daring fashion sense, punk-ish attitude and rich music, which juxtaposes traditional afrobeat with futuristic electronics, has made him one to watch.
"Fuji 5000" encapsulates the alté style, mingled with traditional fuji sounds in a beat that marries synth trap with pop. The bright beat is decorated with ad libs and infectious hooks that echo in your head throughout the day. Ringing vocals pulsate throughout the track, alarms sound and cars zoom past as Odunsi raps, "where I'm from government don't give a fuck about us," highlighting the ongoing police brutality that Nigerian citizens, particularly young people, face. Keys shimmer, softly diluting more mechanical sounds, as if to illustrate Odunsi conquering a rigid and robotic system, ending the track with a hopeful resolve. This is a testament to Odunsi's resilience, and an encouraging message to keep pushing forward.