Rajab Abdul Kahali News Archives

Harmonize’s protegé Ibraah releases first single ‘Nimekubali’ (Video)

Posted on April 16, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Konde Gang’s first signing Ibraah has released his debut jam barely a week after he was unveiled to the public by his boss and mentor Rajab Abdul Kahali, better known as Harmonize.

Also read: Why it’s important for musicians to have many haters

The song titled Nimekubali, which is a Swahili word that means I have agreed, is a love song and it talks about a guy who is telling his lover to part ways with him because he feels like they are forcing things.

Harmonize

He said that although it will take a long time before he forgets about her, he has accepted that they can never be one and the best thing is to forget about one another.

Although I’m not the biggest fan of Bongo music, I must admit that I really love this track. I’ve listened to it a couple of times and every time I hear it, I love it even more.

Ibraah has an amazing voice and I’m not saying this to annoy Diamond Platnumz’ fans who are reading this but this lad can really sing.

Ibraah

Just like Harmonize, he knows how to express himself through his voice and using words and you sort of feel like you have a connection with him, it’s as if you are tapping into his emotions.

To add to that his voice is a bit hoarse and I guess that makes it even more pleasant to listen. He also has a wide vocal range.

The beat and instrumentation on this track are impeccable. Other than the fact that they make the song catchy, they also blend well with Ibraah’s voice and tempo.

I absolutely love the video, especially the story line. One can easily tell what the song is about even if it’s muted and if you ask me that is awesome. The dramatization, scene transitioning and locations were also dope.

Watch Nimekubali below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize releases ‘Rumba’ alongside Skales (Video)

Posted on April 15, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new track with Nigeria’s Skales and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam titled Rumba, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Harmonize

If you are a fan of both Harmonize and Skales, like this writer, then I am sure you know that this jam is so dope even before you listen to it. I mean, these two are some of the biggest continental acts.

This track is so infectious. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

Harmonize came through on this jam. God gave him an amazing voice and he knows how to put it into good use, take for instance this song where he does an exceptional job on his verse as well as the hook.

Skales

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

Skales didn’t disappoint either. He is also a talented musician who knows how to control his voice. To add to that, he and Harmonize are like a match made in heaven seeing how well they gel.

The beat and instrumentation on Rumba are on point. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the voices of the artists, it is also danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Rumba below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize pours out his heart in ‘Mama’ (Video)

Posted on March 24, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new jam and it is getting a lot of love from his fans.

Also read: Diamond Platnumz should be very afraid of Harmonize

The song titled Mama, which is a Swahili word that means mum, is off Harmonize’s album Afro East and it has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few days ago.

Harmonize

This track is all about acknowledging the efforts of all mothers around the world. Apart from ensuring that their kids do not sleep hungry, they also guide and pray for them.

In the track, Harmonize says that he’s struggling so that he can take care of his mother tomorrow but even that won’t be enough to repay the good things that has done for him.

Although I am not a huge fan of Bongo music, I really love this jam. I don’t know about you but I think it’s infectious, it is the kind of song that makes you realize the big sacrifices that mothers make for their children.

Harmonize

Harmonize has an amazing voice and as you listen to the jam, you can tell that he is really sincere about the way that he feels about his mother. Notably, he also knows how to control his voice.

The beat and instrumentation on this jam are on point. Other than than the fact that they make the song catchy, they also blend with Harmonize’s flow, vibe and style.

I totally love the video. Everything is impeccable, from the locations, dramatization, props, lighting, the concept and its execution. Kudos to the video director.

Watch Mama below and tell us what you think. Enjoy.

Harmonize brings Lady Jaydee on board on ‘Wife’ (Video)

Posted on March 23, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian musician Rajab Abdul Kahali, better known as Harmonize, has released a new track with his country mate Lady Jaydee and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The song dubbed Wife, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it was released a few days ago and to be honest, we also love it.

Harmonize

Basically, this track is about a man who is so interested in a certain lady so much so that he wants to seal their union through marriage so that they can spend the rest of their lives together.

Harmonize claims that he is tired of being a bachelor, adding that he is no longer a player. Interestingly, the lady also says that she is ready to be his wife because he has changed his life.

Wife is really infectious, I’ve listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it’s like I am hearing it for the very first time.

Lady Jaydee

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

As expected, Lady Jaydee, who is famed for her Yahaya hit also did an amazing job on this jam. She spiced it up with her amazing vocals and literally breathed life into it.

Her voice blends well with that of Harmonize so much so that I think they should quit their solo careers and become a duo. Okay, I am joking but you get my point, don’t you?

The beat and instrumentation on Wife are impeccable. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the vocals of the artists, it is also danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Wife below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize and Burna Boy serve fans hot with ‘Your Body’ (Audio)

Posted on March 23, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new track with Nigeria’s Burna Boy and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam dubbed Your Body, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has sampled a bit of Papa Wemba’s Show Me The Way and it’s the best thing that you’ll listen to today, trust me ladies and gentlemen.

Harmonize

If you are a fan of both Harmonize and Burna Boy, like this writer, then I am sure you know that this track is so dope even before you listen to it. I mean, these two are some of the biggest continental acts.

This track is so infectious. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

Harmonize really came through on Your Body. God gave him an amazing voice and he knows how to put it into good use, take for instance this song where he does an exceptional job on his verse as well as the hook.

Burna Boy

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song.

Burna Boy did not disappoint either. There is something about his hoarse voice that makes him stand out, albeit in a good way.

I absolutely love beat on this jam. The kind of modified the one for Show Me The Way and in my opinion, it came out so well. It also blends well with the vocals of both Harmonize and Burna Boy.

Listen to Your Body below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize gets naughty in new single ‘Bedroom’ (Audio)

Posted on March 19, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Harmonize is back! The award-winning Tanzanian singer whose real name is Rajab Abdul Kahali has released a new track and it is getting a lot of love from his fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam dubbed Bedroom, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Harmonize

Basically, this track is about Harmonize inviting a certain lady that he has been eyeing to his bedroom so that he can show her how she makes him feel. If you are a prude, Bedroom is definitely not for you.

This track is so infectious. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

Harmonize came through on this jam. God gave him an amazing voice and he knows how to put it into good use, take for instance this song where he does an exceptional job on the verses as well as the hook.

Harmonize

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

The beat and instrumentation on Bedroom are dope. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the voice of Harmonize, they also make the song the danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Bedroom below and tell us what you think.

Diamond Platnumz should be very afraid of Harmonize

Posted on March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 by David Kingsley

Diamond Platnumz has been the face of Tanzanian music for a long time and I feel that is about to change thanks to one Rajab Abdul Kahali, known to you and I as Harmonize.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The two artists are cut from the same cloth and perhaps this explains why Diamond Platnumz devised all manner of tactics to frustrate Uno hitmaker’s efforts to exit WCB Records.

Harmonize

They appeal to the same audience and it would have been much easier for Diamond Platnumz to have him under his nose where he can sort of control and monitor what he is putting out.

But now that Harmonize is a free man having paid a Tsh 600 million – approximately Ksh 26.2 million – fine that was imposed on him for exiting WCB Records, Diamond Platnumz should be very afraid.

The truth is that Harmonize is a hard worker just like Diamond Platnumz and the fact that he had been working with the latter for so many years even before we got to know about him means that he has learned the ropes.

Diamond Platnumz

He knows what it takes to be at the top and he’s going for it. This is evidenced by his recently released 18-track album titled Afro East which features the likes of; Morgan Heritage, Khaligraph Jones, Phyno, Yemi Alade, Burna Boy etc.

The album is doing very well and it’s what everyone is talking about, including Diamond Platnumz himself as he took to Instagram to congratulate Harmonize for the huge milestone.

If you ask me, this album would not have been delayed if Harmonize was still at WCB Records because you are sort of not allowed to outshine the boss.

There was a time when the likes of Mr Nice, Matonya and Ali Kiba were the faces of Tanzanian music and I feel that a similar coup is happening at the moment and before you know it, Diamond Platnumz will be long forgotten.

Harmonize

Harmonize drops new classic tune ‘Hujanikomoa’ (Video)

Posted on February 10, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian musician and songwriter Harmonize – real name Rajab Abdul Kahali – has released a new track dubbed Hujanikomoa and it’s getting so much love from his fans, even his fiercest critics.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

From the little Swahili that I know and feel free to correct me if I’m wrong, Hujanikomoa means ‘you don’t pull it off’ or forcefully removing something or someone from a certain place. Does that make any sense? I hope it does.

Harmonize

This is a love ballad of sorts. Harmonize is telling a certain lady that she has not succeeded in pushing him away and she is just making things worse.

To be honest, the first time I listened to this song, I was kind of astonished but I guess I came to love it the more kept listening to. The sound is different from the Harmonize that we’ve become used to in the last few years.

His style in this jam is heavily-influenced by Chakacha and not Afro Bongo like is previous releases and that is why it might take some time before the song resonates with you but once it does, you won’t stop playing it.

Harmonize

This jam is infectious. Other than the fact that it’s well-arranged I just love how simple it is. I bet he composed it and shot the video in less than two days.

Like I mentioned earlier, I love the instrumentation especially because it’s different from the norm. It’s not what you would expects someone like Harmonize to use to make a hit song but he did just that.

The video concept is also effortless but impeccable. It was shot in the hood and as you’d expect, there are some ladies who are shaking their derrieres like the world is coming to an end.

Listen to Hujanikomoa below and tell us what you think.