Tanaka Makoni, Lust | Track Review 🎵

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anaka Makoni is back with ‘Lust’. It is a robust hip hop gem with an intro which sticks out like a sore thumb, but for all the right reasons. For me, the intro vocal is what cements it more in-depth than any other element in the piece. It is what; I find myself humming in my mind well after listening. However, it is not to say that once you have heard the intro, you have the best out of the way because it grows into a track which roars quality.

The verses are smart and are structured well. They have a nostalgic vibe, and they come with plenty of flavours and a charismatic quality and charm, which is difficult to resist. The fundamentals in the track are potent too with a beat which gets you tapping along instantly. What I relish most about this track other than the dominant intro lead, is the chorus. It is where the magic officially flows. Also, the lyrical use from Tanaka is impressive, and her witty word choice is highly prevalent. As a result, she proves that she is not just a top-quality songwriter but also a heavenly storyteller too.

Overall, it is not every day that a track quite like this one makes it over to my space. But when it does happen, I always find myself gravitating towards them with tremendous excitement. However, Tanaka is still very early in her career; therefore, she will need even more hits like this one to bond her name more rooted into the history books. But, I am sure that there is plenty more like this one in the pipeline for the London hip hop name.