Listen to Burna Boy Feature On Popcaan’s New Song ‘Aboboyaa’
Written by ABR on 27/01/2023
Jamaica’s Popcaan has shared his anticipated album Great Is He, and the body of work features Nigerian superstar Burna Boy on the track “Aboboyaa.”
The album showcases the Jamaican musical giant’s signature dancehall sound, while also exploring the depth of genre’s versatility. In addition to featuring Burna Boy, Great Is He includes features from OVO Sound’s boss Drake, Jamaica’s Chronic Law, and Toni-Ann Singh, among others.
On “Aboboyaa,” the two musical powerhouses merge their signature rhythmic melodies and intonations in a way that is both compelling to listen to on the first listen, and in turn inspires a second and third listen.
Ever since he released his debut album in 2014, Popcaan has become an international dancehall sensation, and his repertoire includes a list of impressive features.
His album Forever, which was released in 2018, debuted at number two on Billboard’s Top Reggae Albums. Commercially, Popcaan has made a mark on the music scene too. His last project FIXTAPE — which included “Twist & Turn,” the mesmerizing dancehall hit featuring Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR — has garnered over 191 million streams and continues to receive accolades from outlets like Pitchfork, who described the body of work as “a testament to his place at the forefront of the genre.”
“Aboboyaa” is not Popcaan’s first international collaboration. In the past, the Jamaican icon has worked with several international music acts including Davido, Jamie xx, Young Thug, Gorillaz, Kano, Jorja Smith and a host of others. He also founded Jamaica’s annual Unruly Fest which brings stars across the globe to experience Jamaican culture.
Listen to “Aboboyaa” featuring Burna Boy below.
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