Rising Nigerian artist Amara has released a new single, “Obara,” following his debut track “Me & You.” The song highlights his growing reputation as one of the most interesting new voices to watch.

Amara marries introspective lyricism with Afro-alt rhythms and genre-fluid sounds, creating a sonic experience that feels at once intimate and cinematic. With standout lines like “Obara Jesus with this your lip gloss / Love scatter my eye,” and “Doctor don check my BP / Shey you wan dey contradict me,” the song captures emotional turbulence with unfiltered honesty and clever cultural nods.

Far from a conventional heartbreak anthem, “Obara” feels closer to a stream-of-consciousness piece, touching on mental health, spiritual conflict and the chaos of love in a hyper-aware, image-driven world.

The single is the second taste of Amara’s debut project, set to roll out in stages over the coming months. With visuals currently in the works and a steadily growing online following, Amara continues to carve out a space as an artist unafraid to push into uncharted sonic territory.

Listen to “Obara” here: