Scene from Rayvanny and S2kizzy's "Pochi Nene."
7 Bongo-Trap Songs You Need to Hear Right Now
Don't sleep on Tanzania's burgeoning hip-hop and trap scene.
Even though Tanzania is renowned for its popular bongo flava music, let's not overlook all incredible hip-hop and trap releases that have been rocking the airwaves lately.
In no particular order, here are some of the waviest cuts of bongo-trap that you'll ever hear, featuring the likes of Chin Bees, Rayvanny, Rosa Ree, S2kizzy, OMG Tanzania and more.
<h2 style=""><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rayvanny/?hl=en" target="_blank">Rayvanny</a> & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/s2kizzy/?hl=en" target="_blank">S2kizzy</a> "Pochi Nene"</h2>
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<p style=""><strong>Ravyanny</strong> is the Tanzanian sensation under <strong>Diamond Platnumz</strong>' Wasafi imprint known for hit records like "Makulusa" and "Kwetu." He shows off his versatility with a new afro-trap rendition called "Pochi Nene" which features rapper and super-producer <strong>S2kizzy</strong>. The song translates to "deep pockets" and it's already on everyone's lips.<br></p><p><div class="preroll-video"></div><ora-player></ora-player></p><h2 style=""><a href="https://www.instagram.com/chinbees/?hl=en" target="_blank">Chin Bees</a> "Kababaye"</h2>
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<p style="">The self-proclaimed king of bongo trap himself, <strong>Chin Bees</strong>, is proving to be one of Tanzania's most gifted hip-hop stars. When he dropped the catchy self-boasting single "Kababaaye" in 2017 it quickly became the biggest trap anthem in the region. With a string of impressive tracks from his latest <em>Ladha</em> album, this flexible rapper is clearly curving out his own lane in the East African scene.<br></p><h2 style="">Moni Centrozone ft. Country Boy "Mwaaah"</h2>
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<p style="">"Mwaah" is the infectious trap single by Tanzanian rap stars <strong>Moni Centrozone</strong> and <strong>Country Boy</strong>. Produced by <strong>S2kizzy</strong>, this song showcases the flashy hip-hop and trap culture brewing in the streets of Dar Es Salaam.<br></p><h2 style=""><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rosa_ree/?hl=en" target="_blank">Rosa Ree</a> "Dow"</h2>
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<p style="">This article would not be valid if it did not include the self-styled "Goddess of Rap," <strong>Rosa Ree</strong>. The rising star's infectious 2017 track "Dow" easily positioned her as one of the finest bongo-trap artists in the region right now.<br></p><h2 style="">OMG Tanzania "Wanangu Na Wanao" feat. Rosa Ree</h2>
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<p style=""><strong>OMG</strong> is a Tanzanian hip-hop group consisting of three rappers, <strong>Salmin Swaggz, Con Boi</strong> and <strong>Young Lunya</strong>. The fiery trio is talented at blending western hip-hop influences with the local bongo flava sound. Featuring <strong>Rosa Ree</strong>, their latest banger "Wanangu Na Wanao" is a wonderful display of young bongo-trap brilliance.<br></p><p><div class="dfp_atf-slot" data-not-loaded="true"></div><script type="text/javascript">
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</script></p><h2 style=""><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Brian-Simba-152960394910154/" target="_blank">Brian Simba</a> "Stimu"</h2>
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<p style="">Signed to <strong>Vanessa Mdee</strong>'s label Mdee Music, <strong>Brian Simba</strong> is one of Tanzania's most promising rap acts. The young rapper is known for his unmatchable flow and easy-going swagger. There's much more to anticipate from him in 2018 but for now let his newest single <a href="http://smarturl.it/brian-simba-stimu" target="_blank">"Stimu"</a> get you and your friends in a turn-up mood. <a href="http://smarturl.it/brian-simba-stimu" target="_blank">"Stimu" is available everywhere now from Okaymusic</a>.</p><h2 style=""><a href="https://twitter.com/nikkwapili?lang=en" target="_blank">Nikki Wa Pili</a> ft. Joh Makini & S2kizzy "Hesabu"</h2>
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<p style=""><strong>S2kizzy</strong> contributions to Tanzania's hip-hop culture are so apparent right now. He appears once again in "Hesabu," a massive collaboration with heavyweights <strong>Nikki Wa Pili</strong> and <strong>Joh Makini</strong>. The chorus carries more indigenous melodies but the beat bangs just as hard.<br></p>
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