Lowki the Great Has Released His Second Album ‘Once Upon a Rhyme’
Kenyan rapper Lowki the Great has released his second album Once Upon A Rhyme. Stylized in CAPS, the album follows March 2023’s Rise of Greatness.
Lowki announced the album on his social media pages on 31st August,
Let’s delve into the album overview,
Album Overview, Production, and Making
Once Upon A Rhyme is a landmark release, not only for Lowki’s career but the Kenyan hip-hop scene.
Released on September 21st (a Saturday) and not the conventional Friday release, the album release date was intentional to coincide with his birthday.
Happy birthday Lowki the Great 🎈🎉🥳.
The album is more than just a collection of tracks but a cinematic experience through sound. It features cultural references and impeccable storytelling. In his debut album Rise of Greatness, Lowki was still fairly fresh on the scene, and in the follow-up, his growth and evolution as an artist are evident.
The album has 15 well-crafted tracks over 43 minutes and 15 seconds. Known for his knack for quality and perfection, Lowki took his time creating the album, which took a year to complete.
The album is solely produced by Tyrell Dolla, the mastermind behind his debut album. This ensures that the signature sound fans have become accustomed to is maintained.
Throughout the album, Lowki’s chill rap sound is elevated to new heights.
The Sound: A Cinematic Masterpiece
Once Upon A Rhyme fuses Afro sounds on tracks such as “Pushing On,” and modern urban hip-hop on tracks like “Dunda,” and “Finesse.” Each track weaves a tale that resonates with both local and global audiences.
His lyrical prowess shines through, blending reflective storytelling with hard-hitting instrumentals.
The album is a cinematic journey through Kenyan culture, exploring themes of struggle, triumph, and human potential.
Every track on this album showcases Lowki’s artistic vision, from dance floor bangers to deeply personal songs that reveal his soul. The album is set to solidify his legacy as one of Kenya’s most versatile and unique hip-hop artists.
Once Upon A Rhyme Album Promo: A Celebration of Culture
To ensure that the album receives the attention it deserves, Lowki organized a series of exclusive events and promotional activities.
VIP Experience: Before the album’s official release, Lowki hosted a series of intimate, invite-only listening parties around Nairobi. These events allowed fans, influencers, and media personalities to experience the album in a curated environment that reflected the themes and the album’s mood.
Each party featured a live performance of select tracks, Q&A sessions with Lowki and Tyrell, and a BTS look at the making of the album.
Global Streaming Event: For fans unable to attend the physical events, a global virtual listening party was streamed live, offering an interactive experience where fans could engage directly with Lowki.
Once Upon A Rhyme is a movement, a cultural statement that reflects the past, present, and future of African music.
Lowki The Great Once Upon A Rhyme Album Cover and tracklist
The album cover features Lowki in his creative zone, wearing headphones, focused on writing in a lyrics book, and surrounded by a drum machine in a cozy living room setting.
The album cover draws inspiration from iconic images of rappers writing rhymes. Lowki shared similar photos on Instagram, featuring legends like Nas, Eminem, and J. Cole.
While it’s unclear if their music directly influences him, his writing and lyrical skill hint at a connection to their influence.
Tracklist:
- Intro
- Baadae
- Dunda
- Can’t Stop The Vibe
- Feel Alive
- Labda Ni
- Chachisha
- Na Deserve
- Unaeza Tell
- Finesse
- Ok Alright
- Pushing On
- Malizia
- NimeConfirm
- Bigger Than Me (Outro)
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