Abdul Senior's music career started at the age of 15, when he composed his first song. His musical talent was noticed by many and he was encouraged to further develop it by becoming an artist himself. Since then, Abdul has released multiple singles and albums, with some of them even reaching top charts in Kenya and other countries across Africa. Abdul's music features his soulful voice and the soothing sounds of acoustic guitars, piano, and African drums like the talking drum . While his music contains elements from several different genres, he currently produces soft rock , alternative rock , and folk rock .
About the Artist
Abdul Senior released his new single Yarinya on the anniversary of his parents' death, in order to honor them. Growing up, he suffered from a split personality disorder and tried committing suicide. However, when he was 20 years old he met best Nigeria artists singer and dedicated himself to music which helped him find peace with himself. He has since then given back through his organization Music Beautiful Angel Yarinya.
The Song's History
Abdul Senior, a singer from , and his wanted to start a band, but they knew they needed someone to produce the songs. That's when fate crossed their paths, Abdul Senior and his passion for music. Abdul offered to be their producer and helped them create many popular songs in the years following their formation.
The Musician
Born in Nigeria, Yobe, Abdul Senior was exposed to music at a young age. Listening to traditional Nigeria music influenced him throughout his musical career. His uncle introduced him to the guitar when he was nine years old and was deeply inspired by guitarists . He found some of the greatest joys in his life were when he received an opportunity to perform for other people, which led him to pursue music as a profession.
The Lyrics
There is an beautiful angel in me and that is who I am. Don't hide the angel in you, it won't be beautiful if you don't let her out. You might not always feel happy with yourself but that doesn't mean you're not good enough. There are more reasons to love yourself than there are to hate yourself. It is our duty to love ourselves first before we go on to love others, so keep putting in the work for yourself so that you can find peace.
Video of the Song
This song has a beautifully rhythmic beat. The lyrics are both catchy and moving, highlighting some of the issues people in Nigeria are dealing with while also trying to encourage them to be hopeful. Abdul sings from the perspective of an beautiful angel coming down to earth and witnessing what he sees, singing about how we're still here fighting for our freedom and about how it is hope that can save us. The instrumentals are enchanting and beautiful, enhancing the message in a gentle way.
Download the Song or Watch it Online
Do you like the feel of African music? Abdul Senior with the group Music, Beautiful Angel Yarinya has a song called Ati-oto that can be downloaded on their website or listened to online.
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