Tanzanian singer Likton, also known as Licky Tones, addresses the painful side of relationships on “Unaniumiza,” an emotional Bongo Flava release produced by Gopabeatz.
The title translates to “You Are Hurting Me” in Swahili. It captures the feelings of someone who is emotionally invested in a relationship but keeps getting disappointed by the person they love. Instead of hiding the pain, Likton puts those feelings into his music.
The song explores heartbreak and the frustration of loving someone whose actions continue to cause emotional damage. It is a familiar situation for anyone who has stayed in a relationship while hoping things would eventually get better.
Likton uses his vocals to carry the message, keeping the delivery centred on the emotions behind the lyrics. Gopabeatz handles the instrumental, bringing a contemporary Bongo Flava sound that supports the song’s melancholic direction.
There is also a connection to his earlier release, “Usiniache,” another romantic record that explored the fear of losing someone special. With “Unaniumiza,” Likton moves from asking someone to stay to expressing the pain that comes when love becomes difficult.
Likton, whose real name is Talik Abdala Mussa, has been developing his catalogue within Tanzania’s music scene. His previous releases include “Jinga,” “Mtoto” and “Usiniache.” He continues to explore relationship themes through his songwriting.
“Unaniumiza” gives listeners another emotional release from the Tanzanian singer, particularly those who enjoy Bongo Flava with relatable love stories.
Listen to “Unaniumiza” by Likton and tell us whether you have ever loved someone who kept hurting you.
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