Kemi Ade is back, and her latest single 'Gaslight' is the empowering R&B track we didn’t know we needed. Produced by Simon Byrt, 'Gaslight' taps into the 90s Brit-pop influences that shaped Kemi’s eclectic sound while capturing the emotional rollercoaster of navigating toxic relationships.
This dreamy neo-soul banger is built on a rolling bassline, loose R&B drums, and entrancing synths that all swirl together beneath Kemi’s silky, effortless vocals. The song dives into the twisted reality of being manipulated in a relationship, where gaslighting leads to confusion, self-doubt, and misplaced anger. Kemi pulls no punches as she lays out her frustration, singing “Why you gotta put the blame on me?” and “Now you got me moving mad, avoiding all the questions I have.” Through her lyrics, Kemi highlights the exhausting cycle of toxic blame-shifting and emotional manipulation that leaves you questioning your own sanity. Kemi explains;
“I wanted to create a song that not only expresses that frustration but also shows that you can be the villain or the victim in this story,”
Her powerful storytelling combined with her soulful sound gives 'Gaslight' a raw, unfiltered edge, making it a standout track in the UK's alternative R&B scene.
As Kemi builds toward her upcoming project 'THE FIX,' 'Gaslight' is just the beginning of what’s shaping up to be an exciting chapter for the rising star.
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