Maye, a Nigeria rising star in the afro beats genre, teams up with London artist Trunkie for a song that sure to be the hit of the summer at block parties. "Abena" sees the two vastly different styles of music coming together to craft a sound so infectious. The sun soaked single is manages to capture the heat of the summer while laying groundwork for a genre bending collaboration.
Crafted in afro beats and modern R&B, "Abena" comes across as a romantic dance pop suited for late night drives and moody dancefloors. On their first collaboration, the two stars find cohesion and pure flow throughout the entire track. Between trading lyrical craft, the duo shows out in fabulous range.
With Maye still fairly new to the game, Trunkie brings in a sense of veteran presence that helps elevate Maye's raw sound. "Abena" is a powerhouse of a summer hit that's sure to carry the afro beat culture in the coming months. With such an effortless track from Maye and Trunkie, look to the duo working together again in the future.