Jam of the Week: Sitaki by Pascal Tokodi
First time I came across Pascal Tokodi was on the musical TV show Groove Theory. (He actually got nominated for a Kalasha Award in 2014 for his role.) I thought he was talented and well, easy on the eyes. Next time I came across the 22 year old Kenyan RnB singer was on the Tecno Own The Stage competition, where he scooped the 2nd runners-up position. Already being a fan, I was pretty excited when I received word of his debut single.
The jam is titled, ‘Sitaki’ and is produced by a 19 year old Producer, Keshan. The song is a sweet love ballad with pretty good lyrics (I mean, the first line of the song is ‘Every fire needs its oxygen just like I need you in my life’) and a catchy chorus. The video is directed by Natasha Likimani. (I was pleasantly surprised by this as I’ve known her mostly as a screenwriter.) The video is black and white and has a storyline that goes nicely with the song. I like the direction especially because of the realistic chemistry between Pascal and his love interest in the video. There is a tasteful amount of kissing and googly eyes and I like it! It definitely pays homage to young love.
This is definitely a good start for Pascal Tokodi and I think he has what it takes to make it on the Kenyan music scene. I have a feeling he’s going to be very popular especially with the young ladies.
Fav lyrics: Well I feel some typa way, when I’m with you baby, and I don’t know what to say na sitaki mwingine.
Fav moment: When he winks at the end. (Hae pls.)
Jam best for: That pure unadulterated love. The kind before you knew what heartbreak tasted like.
You can download a free MP3 of the song here.
Check out the video for ‘Sitaki’ below.
http://www.mwendengao.com/2016/04/01/jam-week-sitaki-pascal-tokodi/Jam of the WeekKenya,Natasha Likimani,Pascal Tokodi,RnB
I love it
Me too! Thanks for reading!
I love the video,the pace of the song rhymes with how it is expressed.The way pascal smiles and winks in between sentences brings life to the whole thing and it is Amazing!
I love the video,I love the the lyrics,I LOVE THE SMILE!!
You are clearly a fan! Pascal is definitely a promising talent and I’m looking forward to see more from him. Thanks for reading!
i love the video and the song, it’s just dope,but how can i get it’s lyrics?
I really really love this song,this guy can sing,am looking forward to hear more of him
now this is talent…undisputed!
Its nice for a change to see good music from promising stars like this kid
mwende how can I get the lyrics of this song?