Kenyan singer Njerae is back to serenade the airwaves with her latest love song, Nyumbani, set for release this Friday, November 22, 2024. The track, a heartfelt ode to love and belonging, is produced by the renowned Wonda Magik, while the captivating visualiser is directed by the talented King Khassidy.
Nyumbani, meaning “home” in Swahili, promises to be a soulful and intimate offering that showcases Njerae venturing into a profound and warm Amapiano sound, a seamless blend of rich Afro-inspired melodies and contemporary indie vibes.
This highly anticipated release comes at an exciting time in Njerae’s career. The singer recently hit a major milestone of 100,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, solidifying her place as a rising star in the Kenyan music scene.
Adding to her growing accolades, Njerae has also earned a continental nomination at the prestigious Africa Choice Awards (ACA), set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, on December 8, 2024.
“Nyumbani is a song that speaks to the universal longing for love and the comfort of home. It’s a celebration of connection, and I can’t wait to share it with the world,” Njerae said.
Fans can expect a visualiser as compelling as the song itself, with King Khassidy bringing his visionary direction to the project. The collaboration with Wonda Magik and Khassidy marks another milestone in Njerae’s journey, as she continues to collaborate with some of the most talented creatives in the industry.
Nyumbani will be available on all major streaming platforms this Friday.
About Njerae
Njerae is a singer, songwriter and producer from Kenya. Her music is Afro-Indie with a touch of R&B and soul. She has played at Folk Fusion, Jamhuri Jam Sessions, Gig Dynamics Open House, and several of her own curated events.
Njerae has obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology and hopes to one day open a counseling center where music will be used as a form of therapy. She has equipped herself with skills in live music performance and being a music entrepreneur as a graduate of the perform music incubator.
Through her 2022 album Unintentional it allowed her fans to interpret it as a girl’s handbook when going through a breakup, which allowed more female fans to relate with her. The album allowed her to be featured in several radio and TV shows.
Taking a more significant step toward modern R&B and contemporary Afro-pop sounds, Njerae released her singles OTD and Valhalla in 2023, opening huge doors for her in the music business.
In 2024, Njerae released her EP, Out with the old, on which she collaborated with artists like Watendawili, Lisa Odour, Mbithi and Maali.
In August 2024, she headlined her show and launched the Out With The Old EP, featuring Maali, Mbithi, Hilda Watiri, Analo Kanga, Lisa Oduor-Noah and The Unit Band. This was a major milestone and a stepping stone to advance her career. It is only up to her from now on.
