My sound is different - Teeban says as he releases new single, Farawe

Fast-rising music prodigy, Teeban is ready to take the music industry by storm. Those who have been waiting to have a feel of Teeban’s sound can begin to expect something fresh and real from the soulful singer who discovered his penchant for music at a very tender age.

Fondly referred to as the ‘originator and king of Afro-Soul’ music in Nigeria, Teeban who releases his first official single, Farawe, today 12th of October, is a student of Music and Production Management at Babcock University.

When describing his journey into music said he started developing his love for music back in the days when he listened to the likes of Backstreet boys, westlife, Shina Peters, Fela and a host of others, adding that his amazing vocal dexterity and versatility will set him apart and would definitely work positively for him as he sets to hit the big stage.

Speaking on his new song and how he intends to break into the very competitive music industry, the 21-year-old said” My sound is different,I am not coming to take anybody’s place but to establish mine the way I know. I know what the industry entails and I am ready to give it all it takes. For me, Farawe is a game changer for me and it will set a new trend in the industry. He said further that Farawe is a Yoruba expression that simply means Imitate.

“It is an expression of a good feeling that comes from the state of joy. It seeks to connect with every listener by its impressive and different sound”. The song was produced by prolific beat maker Mickey G and mixing done by Zeeno Foster. It contains core African sounds, various musical instruments with creative fusions and twists of Afrobeat and Soul in a live stage effect.

Listen to Farawe below