After twenty years of excellence in Nigeria’s music scene, D’banj continues to forge ahead with his latest offering, Tobari. The new single, which features South Africa’s DJ Maphorisa and Nigeria’s DJ Obi, arrives as further evidence that the veteran entertainer remains as vital and creative as ever, refusing to be confined by expectations or defined solely by his musically excellent past.
Tobari finds D’banj in familiar territory, creating infectious sounds that demand movement while delivering the kind of charismatic performance that made him a household name across Africa. Yet there’s something distinctly contemporary about this release, suggesting an artist who understands how to evolve without abandoning the core elements that made him special. The track pulses with the same energy that powered classics like Oliver Twist and Fall in Love, but filtered through the lens of an artist who has watched the industry transform around him.
The production choices on Tobari reflect experience and ambition. There’s a confidence in the arrangement that can only come from decades of hit-making, yet the sonic palette feels fresh and current. D’banj’s vocal delivery retains all the charisma and personality that made him a star, but there’s a maturity in his approach that speaks to artistic growth rather than stylistic stagnation.
As D’banj continues navigating his third decade in music, Tobari stands as evidence that experience and hunger aren’t mutually exclusive. The Kokomaster is back, and he’s bringing exactly the energy the scene needs, proof that some artists don’t just survive industry changes, they thrive within them.
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