Award-winning Ghanaian singer-songwriter Akwaboah known in real life as Gladstorm Kwabena Akwaboah Jnr. has released “Ensesa”, the first single off the much anticipated “Lighthouse” album.
“Ensesa” which translates as ‘Do not change’ is a love song rooted in Highlife, a Genre associated with Ghana. The song also has elements of Afro-Soul and both Genres are held together with a beautiful Saxophone rendition.
The lyrics and composition of “Ensesa” speak to the timelessness of love, a mood that is captured through the music video was released on Friday, June 11, 2021.
The music video for Ensesa pays homage to the family sitcoms from the 80’s and 90’s and features Akwaboah as the object of interest of the Adusei family, particularly mother and daughter.
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“Ensesa” definitely sets a positive tone for what would be the most anticipated album out of Ghana in 2021 “Ensesa” is definitely a song that both old and young demographics will connect to and enjoy for years to come.
Akwaboah has heralded the “Lighthouse” Album as a rebirth of good music and promised taking fans through an eclectic collection of different genres like Highlife, Afrobeat, Afro-Soul and Afro-Pop. A Lovers Rock anthem is in the works as part of the Album.
“Lighthouse” is the first major project for Akwaboah since he produced the critically acclaimed “Mary” album for Sarkodie and followed with his own ‘Matters of the Heart’ Album in 2018.