Embarking on the next chapter of her career, Nigeria-born, currently London-based musical pioneer Kah-Lo (@thatkahlo) returns with an infectious Afro-Dance-pop single “Somersaults.”
Kah-Lo – “Somersaults” (Lyric Video)
On “Somersaults,” we find Kah-Lo reclaiming her power, rejecting the impossible expectations of others in a bold display of defiance. Leaning into a disco-inspired sound, she delivers an instantly catchy earworm of a track, her upright vocals marching over an elastic bassline and funky drums.
There is both strength and vulnerability in Kah-Lo’s songwriting, with the lyrics “I’m giving everything I have, but it’s never good enough for you” speaking to the emotional toll of being overworked and unappreciated. Here, Kah-Lo distills her many years of experience creating infectious, genre-bending dance records into something new and potent.
In her own words, Kah-Lo explains, “I worked on it with @vonboch and @rebellon in one of my first sessions after my dad died, and I guess in craving connection with him, I was listening to a lot of music he loved and put me on. I told them this, and they were like, ‘bet.’ This is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever made. Lyrically, it’s about the end of the relationship I was in the year prior. I was doing the absolute most, trying to make it work, and it wasn’t working.”
Kah-Lo – Artist Talk
With the release of “Somersaults,” the ever eclectic Kah-Lo signals her continued dedication to honest self-expression. Treading the boundaries of various genres, she delivers another smash single that is as melodically pleasing as it is heartfelt.
About Kah-Lo
Kah-Lo first emerged on the global stage almost a decade ago, carving a unique niche for herself in the world of music. Blending pop, house, and various other electronic genres with her distinct sensibilities, she succeeded in creating something captivatingly fresh.
The mind and voice behind numerous era-defining hits, including “Rinse & Repeat” (nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 2017 GRAMMY awards), “Fake ID,” and “Ginger,” Kah-Lo has highlighted herself as a singular talent since her career beginnings. Throughout the years, she has remained an in-demand vocalist, collaborating with a range of worldwide talents including Selena Gomez, Idris Elba, Diplo, Michaël Brun, The Knocks, and more.
Retaining a strong presence in the UK scene, Kah-Lo has recently featured on songs from dance music favorites Naughty Boy, Billen Ted, and Jamie Jones. Her songs have continually been featured in a myriad of placements on TV and film, most recently with her song “Get It” being featured on the FC24 soundtrack.
Kah-Lo has also showcased her vibrant energy on various international stages across the world, playing shows and festivals across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, the US, and the UK.
Listen to Kah-Lo’s “Somersaults” Single
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