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By Rita Okoye
Fast-rising Nigerian star, Ekunrawo and Tanzanian R&B sensation, Juma Jux, have joined forces to release a brand-new single titled “Halima,” a smooth Afro-fusion track already generating buzz across the continent.
The highly anticipated collaboration, produced by Nigerian hit-maker, P Jay Beat, dropped recently across all major streaming platforms, marking a major milestone for Ekunrawo, who has continued to carve a niche for himself in the Afrobeats scene as the song adds another cross-border hit to his expanding catalogue.
“Halima” blends Afrobeats, Bongo Flava, and R&B elements, with both artistes delivering a soulful performance that celebrates beauty, love, and admiration.
Ekunrawo’s vibrant vocals pair seamlessly with Jux’s smooth Swahili-laced delivery, resulting in a track poised for heavy rotation on radio and playlists.
Ekunrawo born Adeleke Timileyin Tunde, a trained civil engineer from the Institute of Architecture and Civil Engineering of Volgograd State Technical University (IACE of VSTU), Russian 6 described the collaboration as “a dream come true,” noting that working with Jux brought a new level of texture and depth to the record. “This song is special. It’s for everyone who has ever been inspired by love,” he said.
Jux, speaking on the release, praised Ekunrawo’s artistry: “The energy was perfect, and the chemistry in the studio was real. ‘Halima’ is one of those songs that connect instantly.”
Speaking on his love for music, Ekunrawo, who is also a serial entrepreneur and married to a Russian, noted that the time is right to begin to expand his footprint and frontier on the African music frontier.
From sleeping under a bridge in Ajah to building a new life in Russia, his story is a powerful testament to what resilience, discipline, and unwavering belief can achieve.
Reflecting on his remarkable journey, Ekunrawo shared how determination reshaped his destiny: “I have been able to turn my life around with dedication and focus. Over the years, I went to the university, earned a degree, got married, built multiple multi-million-dollar businesses, and released several high-profile songs.”
