Steering the ship for this week’s episode of The Pick is rising artist Faith Martins with her breathtaking new single “Dàjú,” a record that effortlessly bridges traditional Yoruba expression with a groovy Afro-House framework.

The Afro House scene has been steadily buzzing lately with Nigerian female acts taking the frontline. It’s safe to say the scene has found its newest signee with Faith Martins’ arrival. Following a wave of viral snippets that set social media ablaze, the emerging singer has already captured Nigerians with her refreshing, highly anticipated single.

Produced with a sharp ear for subverting mainstream trends, “Dàjú” (translated as “Clear-eyed”) diverges from the typical, rampant Amapiano log drums. Instead, it pairs traditional, heavy Afro-house percussion with techno synths with a chant backdrop.

The blend of modern and traditional textures leaves expansive room for Faith Martins’s warm, deeply expressive vocals and a striking vocal layer that demands absolute attention. Beneath the groovy production, the track offers something raw and deeply introspective.

With “Dàjú,” Faith Martins completely validates her status as a promising force in the music industry, creating timeless music that pays a nod to culture.