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Baaba J’s ‘Ole’ Proves that Vulnerability is Beautiful
Baaba J has been steadily building a solid fanbase with her undeniable talent and unique perspective. The growth in listeners between her last two singles ‘Lovin 21’ & ‘Outside’ are proof that process pays. By inviting listeners on her journey of growth and being as vulnerable as can be, Baaba has turned listening ears into loving hearts which beat in anticipation of her every new release. The eclectic singer, songwriter, rapper & film director is blessed with the unique ability to approach every genre without compromising the core of her art. Baaba is effortlessly cool. Baaba’s songwriting hits you in the soul. Baaba is meticulous and intentional with each line, and her new single ‘Ole’ is no different.
‘Ole’ is an ode to the beauty and uncertainty of love. Over a mid-tempo bop supplied by producer MERK, Baaba J continues to showcase her musical prowess as she sings about the complexities of love and relationships. The lyrics of ‘Ole’ offer a glimpse into the inner thoughts of a person trying to navigate their feelings for someone they care deeply about. Baaba sings, “I’ve been thinking bout you, calling your phone. I dunno where to start, I ain’t got vibes, this shit ain’t meant for me I know…”. Despite feeling like the situation is not meant for her, she still wants the person to know that she loves them. Written in Ga and English, ‘Ole’s main refrain “ole ak3 minsumo bo” translates to “You know that I love you,” and it has a runtime of 2 minutes, 31 seconds. ‘Ole’s simple yet catchy melodies, combined with Baaba J’s soulful and emotive vocals, is sure to resonate with fans of her previous work and attract new listeners. ‘Ole’ is an exciting addition to Baaba’sclassic discography which further cements her position as one of the best emerging artists from Ghana.
‘Ole’ is the first release of the year for Baaba J (2nd single of her upcoming project). It was mixed and mastered by DredW. Ole is available to stream/purchase on all digital music platforms here:
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