By now, when someone mentions the name Azawi; it should quite ring a bell in your mind, right? I mean who hasn’t heard the famous love anthem “Quinamino”? her debut single which she released on the 6th of January upon being signed by premium Ugandan record label; Swangz Avenue. I do remember as I concluded my former article about her saying that with her talent, uniqueness, art and humility, she’d win the hearts of many and would surely become a powerhouse in the music industry.
You and I would all agree that Priscilla Zawedde alias AZAWI has been trending and the talk of the town when it comes to music. I mean, she’s had one of 2020’s most played songs even for the first quarter of the year. Topping charts on most charts on digital music streaming and downloading platforms, Radio and TV chart shows, and a favorite to many.
Asides being a singer and performer, Azawi also has a creative music writer side too as she’s been able to pen songs for artistes like Eddy Kenzo (Bibawo, and Inabana), Lydia Jazmine, Nina Roz, Vinka and Pia Pounds (Kiberakyo).
Swangz Avenue’s new signing and glamour belle on the block AZAWI has been on a swift climb on her stairs to stardom ever since then. To start with; on the 25th of February, 2020, she released a five-track EP (Extended Play) titled “Lo Fit” worldwide. The entire project was written by Azawi (Priscilla Zawedde) and Emmanuel Sempijja, was produced, mixed and mastered by Kuseim. The “Lo Fit” EP delivers a listen of up to 16 minutes 29 seconds and has singles in the following order:
- Quinamino
- Lo Fit
- Crazy Lover
- Repeat It
- Mbinyumirwa
Keeping in mind that the lead single was already doing so well, this helped grow and spread her brand and persona as an artist the more. She made a statement as she was among the acts to headline at the 12th Edition of Roast & Rhyme festival at the Jahazie Pier (Munyonyo) where she wowed audiences with her performance.
But this is not what we here for; earlier yesterday she finally did premiere the visuals for “Repeat It”; track number 4 on the EP. Well, for a while she’s been posting teaser videos and shots of the video shoot for the past couple of days and the drop finally came through yesterday 10AM.
Video: “Repeat It” was produced by Viboyo and directed by Swangz’s Marvin Musoke. The video’s shot in a home setting. Kicks off with Azawi seated on a light blue beetle Volkswagen, clad in a red floral puff sleeve blouse and short blue jeans. We later see her doing laundry with her “mum” in the music video till her lover leaps into their home compound. She then stealthily follows suite; hence dragging the clothes on the hanger lines to hide her from her otherwise strict mum. He hands Azawi a red rose, lifts up a radio and a manila sheet having a message assuring her he’s going dance for her and that he’s no done yet with blowing her mind. As he makes signs that her mum will find him and they’ll be in trouble. The video of “Repeat It” is basically a portrayal of a perfect love story that thrives amidst being in hiding but someone the two star crossed lovebirds still live and love. I for one, enjoyed watching the video, loved the whole concept, the creativity to tell such a compelling story and expression in the shortest time possible, how light hearted it was and very interesting to watch, excellent choice of attire and the setting of the video in general. Great job on this one. Kudos to the entire team at Swangz.
On a scale of 1 to 10, I give a 10 for sure. Was absolutely top notch.
Audio: “Repeat It” is basically a song where Azawi expresses herself to her lover begging and reminding him to replay and rewind to the beautiful memories they shared as they were still at the courting stage of their relationship. The words, the dedication and commitment he had towards wooing her; that he should rewind time and take her back to those good old days; for they were incredible times. Listening to this song will remind you of how such a talent Azawi is; with amazing vocals and lyrical artistry that’s so eccentric and amazing. In case you are the type that loves to sing along, here are the song’s lyrics, feel free to do so:
Azawi
Azawi yeaahh eh ehhh
Swangz Avenue! Fresh!
Baby nanina nina
Shaaa! See!
Eehh, Olina obuntu bwokola, mu love ne wooma, eh
Okumanya onkubisa, ngiwulira nga enyooka…. ooohhhh
Engeri gyewanziba omutima, nabiwandika ku manilla
See! Ku paper ya manillaaaaaa eh!
Engeri gyewanziba omutima
Boy you’re fire wooo
Your love bonfire wooo
Owaaaii! Teh!
Ka movie nga onkwana tukaddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Nkusaba rewind it
Eehh nkusaba repeat it
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Shaa, nkusaba rewind it
Woo!! Nzijukizamu ebyasooka wadde leero wedding day
Obugambo bwewali okozesa
Bwewali okozesa, byewali onyumiza, eh
Nzijukizamu ebyampamba, baby every each and other day
Obuntu bwewali onkolera
Byewali otegeka
Byewali ongulira
Byanyuma byawooma
Byanyuma, tebyakawa
Byanyuma byawooma
Byanyuma, tebyakawa
Ka movie nga onkwana tukaddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Nkusaba rewind it
Eehh nkusaba repeat it
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Shaa, nkusaba rewind it
I hope you know what I insinuate
Bwolaba ekigana, baby indicate
Guno omkwano si man made
But Godly made, Godly made
Eh! Wadde tuli fully intimate
Give me another chance, baby I want to date
Atte bitekemu confidence, confidence
Beera confident!
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Yeah, nkusaba rewind it, Teh!
Ka movie nga onkwana tukaddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Nkusaba rewind it
Eehh nkusaba repeat it
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Byanyuma byawooma, tubiddemu
Nkusaba repeat it
Shaa, nkusaba rewind it
At the time of writing this piece, “Repeat It” stands at 2,489 views. Might have hit 5,000 or even more views at the time you are reading this. Watch the video of this banger via: https://youtu.be/2vuoQIBQ7xA and tell us what you think about the video or what you love about it most in the comments section.
Also, do remember that With MTN and Tidal you are able to stream and enjoy music from all your favorite artists and in Hi-Fi quality everywhere all the time. You can get all access to all Azawi songs; for starters; – the “Lo Fit”. Simply download the Tidal music streaming mobile application today from Google Play or App Store, proceed to dial *165*66# to activate your 30-day free trial or to pay your subscription to listen in; here’s a link to the EP on Tidal: https://tidal.com/127452739.
