Sekou Shares Debut Single ‘Better Man’
18-year-old London-based rising star, Sekou, has finally released his long-awaited debut single Better Man, out now via Republic Records.
This is one of those songs that I instantly fall in love with and get super excited to share with you guys. The raw emotion in this song is quite unforgettable and is guaranteed to give you the feels in no time. Better Man is a bold contemporary R&B emotionally-charged ballad that showcases Sekou's powerful vocals and poignant lyricism. Words cannot describe how much I love his voice which is packed with so much soul and raw emotion, instantly making me feel each and every single word he is singing.
Better Man is a relatable song that encourages listeners to recognise their flaws and strive to be a better version of themselves in a world that often fails to understand them. Produced by Sounwave (6LACK, Kendrick Lamar) & Yakob (J Cole, Future, SZA, Giveon), Better Man focuses on growth, self-reflection and redemption, finding the talented artist pouring his heart and soul over a minimalist production underpinned by a heady piano melody and subtle percussion that together create an overall warm and intimate atmosphere. Have a listen to this magnificent debut below!
Speaking on the single, Sekou said:
Growing up I had a bad relationship with my dad, but I never knew I could write a song out of it. I wanted to write half of it to myself, telling myself what not to do, but then also telling my dad a message as well. When I started the writing process that was the only thing I could really relate to and be honest about.