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Fresh off touring with Sam Smith and Tems, we link up with the rising star to talk through newest track, “Lie To Me”.
Photographed by Ivor Lawson-Adamah.
In recent years, Konyikeh has built an enviable list of accomplishments. She delivered a spellbinding performance alongside Dave at the 2022 BRIT Awards, where they teamed up for a powerful rendition of “In The Fire”, and later enchanted audiences with a mesmerising live session on COLORS. Building on the overwhelming success of her debut EP last year, Konyikeh continues her meteoric rise, gracing fans with her hauntingly beautiful new track, “Lie To Me”, accompanied by an artfully directed music video by Billy King.
Watch the video…
Reflecting on “Lie To Me” and its creative inspirations, Konyikeh shares, “I was listening to a lot of old Latin music and admired the storytelling in those songs, which inspired me. The song is about a woman dreaming of killing her cheating husband. At the time, I had also been watching a lot of music videos, and the storyline of Skepta and J Balvin’s ‘Nirvana’ intrigued me. I wanted to flip it to reflect a woman’s perspective. Musically, the production is heavily inspired by Cuban music. I worked with producers Mack Jamieson and Alex Wildwood, and they really understood my vision of conveying the liveliness and joy in such music while juxtaposing it with a sad tale.”
Listen to the track…
We linked up with Konyikeh to talk through her creative process, embracing international influences in her music and what fans can expect for the remainder of 2024.
Read the interview…
Congratulations on your newest single! “Lie To Me” takes inspiration from old Latin music and Skepta and J Balvin’s “Nirvana”. Could you run us through your creative process?
Thank you so much. I listen to alot of old Latin, especially Cuban music, so I was definitely heavily influenced by that. I went into the studio with a clear vision of what I wanted the track to sound like and I was fortunate enough to work with two great producers, Mack Jamieson and Alex Wildwood. Skepta and J Balvin’s Nirvana has also been one of my favourite songs for a long time and I fell in love with the music video. I was intrigued by the role the leading lady played so I kind of dreamt up this new reality for her and wrote from her perspective.
Are there any other international genres you hope to take inspiration from for future tracks?
I listen to a lot of music. Like a lot. Having Cameroonian and Jamaican heritage of course I listen to a lot of Afrobeats and Dancehall. I’ve recently been loving Amapiano beats and have also been going on a deep dive of Diwali Riddim which ran throughout the early 2000s. It’s a completely different sound world to the music I’m used to making but the music is just insane, so I wouldn’t be surprised if in the future people hear influences of different genres in my music.
What was it like working with Billy King to bring the track to life for the music video?
Working with Billy King was great. When I wrote the track I had a clear idea of what I wanted the video to look like. When we approached directors however I didn’t tell them what I was envisioning as I wanted to see what they came up with. When we received the treatments I was shocked as Billy’s one was exactly what I had envisioned in my head. He also introduced the idea of drawing inspiration from ‘Film Noir’ which I was a bit nervous about but he executed it so beautifully.
Could you share your creative inspirations for the narratives and themes of the track?
The song is about a scorned wife murdering her cheating wealthy husband. Fortunately, I can’t relate to the story line but I surprisingly found it very easy to write. The narrative was kind of my own version and extension of Skepta and J Balvin’s music video. However, something I could relate and a theme throughout the track is a sense of heightened isolation and not feeling quite good enough.
You’ve toured with Sam Smith and Tems, what was it like touring with them?
Both were amazing experiences. I did London and Paris with Tems and a couple of European shows with Sam. It was my first time travelling for music and I was in awe the entire time. The reception was crazy, especially in Paris and the other European shows. They really love music out there. Also watching Tems’ and Sam’s shows was so inspiring. Not only are they amazing vocalists but the way they both command a stage is insane. Such captivating performances.
What messages do you hope listeners will take away from your music?
That’s a tough question. I love hearing different peoples interpretations of my music and people take different things from each track. What I do hope is conveyed is how much I love music and that even with the most saddest and vulnerable songs I write there is still a sense of enjoyment attached. I find writing and making music a very cathartic experience. It’s really healing. So actually, I hope people who listen to my music feel healed.
What does the rest of the year have in store for you?
I’m releasing an EP called ‘Problem with Authority’ on the 6th of November so gearing up for that. I also have a couple of shows that I’m excited for as well. More writing and more music making for sure. And whatever else the world has in store for me.
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Fresh off touring with Sam Smith and Tems, we link up with the rising star to talk through newest track, “Lie To Me”.
Photographed by Ivor Lawson-Adamah.
In recent years, Konyikeh has built an enviable list of accomplishments. She delivered a spellbinding performance alongside Dave at the 2022 BRIT Awards, where they teamed up for a powerful rendition of “In The Fire”, and later enchanted audiences with a mesmerising live session on COLORS. Building on the overwhelming success of her debut EP last year, Konyikeh continues her meteoric rise, gracing fans with her hauntingly beautiful new track, “Lie To Me”, accompanied by an artfully directed music video by Billy King.
Watch the video…
Reflecting on “Lie To Me” and its creative inspirations, Konyikeh shares, “I was listening to a lot of old Latin music and admired the storytelling in those songs, which inspired me. The song is about a woman dreaming of killing her cheating husband. At the time, I had also been watching a lot of music videos, and the storyline of Skepta and J Balvin’s ‘Nirvana’ intrigued me. I wanted to flip it to reflect a woman’s perspective. Musically, the production is heavily inspired by Cuban music. I worked with producers Mack Jamieson and Alex Wildwood, and they really understood my vision of conveying the liveliness and joy in such music while juxtaposing it with a sad tale.”
Listen to the track…
We linked up with Konyikeh to talk through her creative process, embracing international influences in her music and what fans can expect for the remainder of 2024.
Read the interview…
Congratulations on your newest single! “Lie To Me” takes inspiration from old Latin music and Skepta and J Balvin’s “Nirvana”. Could you run us through your creative process?
Thank you so much. I listen to alot of old Latin, especially Cuban music, so I was definitely heavily influenced by that. I went into the studio with a clear vision of what I wanted the track to sound like and I was fortunate enough to work with two great producers, Mack Jamieson and Alex Wildwood. Skepta and J Balvin’s Nirvana has also been one of my favourite songs for a long time and I fell in love with the music video. I was intrigued by the role the leading lady played so I kind of dreamt up this new reality for her and wrote from her perspective.
Are there any other international genres you hope to take inspiration from for future tracks?
I listen to a lot of music. Like a lot. Having Cameroonian and Jamaican heritage of course I listen to a lot of Afrobeats and Dancehall. I’ve recently been loving Amapiano beats and have also been going on a deep dive of Diwali Riddim which ran throughout the early 2000s. It’s a completely different sound world to the music I’m used to making but the music is just insane, so I wouldn’t be surprised if in the future people hear influences of different genres in my music.
What was it like working with Billy King to bring the track to life for the music video?
Working with Billy King was great. When I wrote the track I had a clear idea of what I wanted the video to look like. When we approached directors however I didn’t tell them what I was envisioning as I wanted to see what they came up with. When we received the treatments I was shocked as Billy’s one was exactly what I had envisioned in my head. He also introduced the idea of drawing inspiration from ‘Film Noir’ which I was a bit nervous about but he executed it so beautifully.
Could you share your creative inspirations for the narratives and themes of the track?
The song is about a scorned wife murdering her cheating wealthy husband. Fortunately, I can’t relate to the story line but I surprisingly found it very easy to write. The narrative was kind of my own version and extension of Skepta and J Balvin’s music video. However, something I could relate and a theme throughout the track is a sense of heightened isolation and not feeling quite good enough.
You’ve toured with Sam Smith and Tems, what was it like touring with them?
Both were amazing experiences. I did London and Paris with Tems and a couple of European shows with Sam. It was my first time travelling for music and I was in awe the entire time. The reception was crazy, especially in Paris and the other European shows. They really love music out there. Also watching Tems’ and Sam’s shows was so inspiring. Not only are they amazing vocalists but the way they both command a stage is insane. Such captivating performances.
What messages do you hope listeners will take away from your music?
That’s a tough question. I love hearing different peoples interpretations of my music and people take different things from each track. What I do hope is conveyed is how much I love music and that even with the most saddest and vulnerable songs I write there is still a sense of enjoyment attached. I find writing and making music a very cathartic experience. It’s really healing. So actually, I hope people who listen to my music feel healed.
What does the rest of the year have in store for you?
I’m releasing an EP called ‘Problem with Authority’ on the 6th of November so gearing up for that. I also have a couple of shows that I’m excited for as well. More writing and more music making for sure. And whatever else the world has in store for me.
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