H_ART THE BAND Releases New Hit Song “MY JABER” Featuring BRIZY ANNECHILD
H_ART THE BAND, the popular Kenyan afro-pop band, has dropped a new song titled “MY JABER” featuring BRIZY ANNECHILD, a talented singer and songwriter. The song is a catchy and upbeat tune that celebrates love and happiness. The official music video, which was released on YouTube on May 4th, 2023, has already garnered over 1 million views and positive feedback from fans and critics alike.
“MY JABER” is the third single from H_ART THE BAND’s upcoming album, which is expected to be released later this year. The band has been teasing their fans with snippets and behind-the-scenes footage of their recording sessions on their social media platforms. The album will feature collaborations with other artists such as SAUTI SOL, NYASHINSKI, KHALIGRAPH JONES, and more.
The song is also available as a Skiza tune for Safaricom subscribers. To set it as your Skiza tune, simply SMS 59601935 TO 811 and enjoy the song every time someone calls you. You can also stream or download the song on various digital platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Boomplay, and more.
H_ART THE BAND is composed of three members: Mordecai Kimeu, Kenneth Muya, and Wachira Gatama. They are known for their unique blend of poetry, spoken word, acoustic guitar, and vocal harmonies. Some of their hit songs include “Uliza Kiatu”, “Nikikutazama”, “El Shaddai”, and “Made in the Streets”. They have won several awards and nominations, such as the AFRIMA Award for Best African Group in 2019 and the MTV Africa Music Award for Best Group in 2020.
BRIZY ANNECHILD is a rising star in the Kenyan music scene. She started her career as a backup singer for various artists before launching her solo career in 2021. She has released several singles such as “Nakupenda”, “Moyo Wangu”, and “Sina Noma”. She is also a songwriter who has penned songs for other artists such as Otile Brown, Nadia Mukami, and Masauti.
The official music video of “MY JABER” was directed by Mike Lolly P, who has worked with H_ART THE BAND on several of their previous videos. The video showcases the vibrant and colorful culture of Kenya, as well as the chemistry and charisma of the band and BRIZY ANNECHILD. The video was shot in various locations in Nairobi, such as Uhuru Park, KICC, and Ngong Road. The video also features cameo appearances by some of the band’s friends and fellow artists, such as Fena Gitu, Nviiri the Storyteller, Bensoul, and Bien-Aime Baraza.
“MY JABER” is a slang term that means “my lover” or “my sweetheart” in Sheng, a Kenyan urban language that mixes English and Swahili. The song is a love letter to their partners, who they describe as their “jabers”. The song has a catchy chorus that goes: “My jaber jaber jaber jaber jaber/You make me feel so good/My jaber jaber jaber jaber jaber/You are the one I want”. The song also has witty and romantic verses that express their feelings and appreciation for their “jabers”.
H_ART THE BAND and BRIZY ANNECHILD have expressed their gratitude and excitement for the positive reception of their song. They have also hinted that they might perform the song live at some of the upcoming events and festivals in Kenya and beyond. They have also encouraged their fans to share their feedback and reactions to the song and the video on social media using the hashtag #MyJaber.