From Lagos to Canada, Zaiam has moved like a quiet storm, building buzz without noise and crafting a sound that lives at the intersection of Afrofusion, R&B, and raw magnetism. Still in his early twenties, the Nigerian singer-songwriter has performed across borders, pulling from a wide pool of influences, from Michael Jackson’s showmanship to Wizkid’s cool mystique. That global palette now finds a new voice in “Smooth Criminal,” a track that feels like silk with a switchblade edge.
Zaiam’s “Smooth Criminal” is a tribute to the kind of woman who breaks hearts with no apologies. She’s stylish, self-made, and untouchable. Over slick drums and a hypnotic beat, Zaiam tells the story of a muse who doesn’t just walk into rooms, she takes them over. “All she wanna do is spend her gaddamn paper” isn’t just a lyric, it’s a mood. The song oozes confidence and control, drawing listeners into a space where desire meets danger, and vulnerability is replaced by awe.
But it’s more than just a seductive banger. “Smooth Criminal” is part love song, part warning shot. With its seamless blend of Afro-trap and sultry R&B, it captures the modern-day femme fatale, a woman defined not by softness, but by sovereignty. This is Zaiam flexing emotional restraint and sonic control, offering a sound that’s both intimate and atmospheric.
“She’s in her own world, and I’m just lucky to orbit it,” says Zaiam. “This song is about women who don’t wait to be noticed, they are the moment.”
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