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B Side, Music

Morravey Pours Out her Heart on “Ifineme”

Our song of the week!

  • Melony Akpoghene
  • 2nd October 2024
Morravey

Morravey, whose soft, syrupy voice has already begun to set her apart from the crowd, uses “Ifineme” as a canvas to paint the emotional hues of love, longing, and vulnerability. Handpicked by Davido as part of his new DMW 2.0 imprint, Morravey’s entry into the mainstream came with significant backing, and her style continues to set her apart from her peers. “Ifineme” is an intoxicating blend of traditional and modern Afrobeats influences, anchored by deeply resonant, culture-forward lyrics that paint a vivid picture of obsession and emotional surrender. The track is a rhythmic playground where the fluidity of Afrobeats meets the sturdy pulse of Igbo percussive elements, creating a groove that’s both hypnotic and charged. 

 

From the first note, the song’s percussion-heavy beat pulls you in, evoking the traditional highlife sound that is so integral to Nigeria’s Eastern music scene. But it’s tempered by Morravey’s soft, modern vocal delivery — a balance between the grounded, earthy beats and her ethereal voice. It marries the rawness of Igbo percussion with modern, laid-back R&B sensibilities. The traditional beats anchor the track, giving it a sense of place and cultural identity, but they’re juxtaposed with smooth, contemporary layers — airy synths, a mellow bassline, and soft harmonies. 

 

The song’s thematic core centers on an all-consuming love that borders on the irrational, as Morravey sings with palpable intensity about a love so powerful that it feels almost like witchcraft. “Do me like I smoke igbo, this thing wey you do me so, don dey carry me dey go,” she croons, the line capturing the euphoric, dizzying feeling of being spellbound by love. Vocally, Morravey doesn’t overpower the track’s groove but rather lets her voice float above the beats with a lightness that complements the rhythmic intensity. Her delivery is understated but never lost, riding the beat with a subtlety that allows the instrumentation to shine without sacrificing her own presence.

 

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