KENYA: This is the Most Patriotic Song You'll Hear Today, 'Kiswahili' by Idd Aziz
9 May 2016
How good is your Swahili? The multi-talented indie pop musician and performing artiste Idd Aziz from Kenya has released the music video of his new single ‘Kiswahili’.
An ode to the beautiful language – Swahili, the beautiful song is set to unite lovers of music and linguistics worldwide.
“I wanted to craft a song that not only sounds great but has a powerful message to last through generations. I feel like Kenya musicians sometimes take local dialect, especially Swahili, for granted so this one is to remind us all of Swahili’s special meaning and unique interpretation,” he said about his new jam.
Written and performed by Idd Aziz, ‘Kiswahili’ has been produced by Jesse of Revive Media and the video directed by Sync.
In the video, Idd plays a primary school teacher as the storyline takes us through a classroom where, through song, he teaches young school children the importance of grasping our heritage through learning Swahili. Famed Swahili books through the 8-4-4 Kenyan education system can be seen in the well-directed video.
‘Kiswahili’ is an authentic Kenyan song with an East African allure. “The song’s message and composition is rich. I hope you all love it! I will be releasing more amazing songs in Swahili,” says Iddi.
Idd Aziz is one of Kenya’s top percussionists and drummers, doubling up as a leader of his own band, and Sauti Sol band’s percussionist.
He is currently on Sauti Sol’s nationwide Live and Die in Afrika Tour. Idd has performed extensively on tours across Africa, Europe and America.
He has worked with several acclaimed artistes including Mercy Myra. He continues to build on his solo career and is active in studio recordings.
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