Award-winning singer and songwriter Simi, wife of renowned artist Adekunle Gold, has set social media abuzz after posting a stunning snippet of her vocal take on Kunmie’s chart-topping hit “Arike.” The soulful rendition was shared via her Instagram, where she captioned the post with a simple heart emoji and tagged Kunmie, sending fans into a frenzy.
“Arike,” originally released earlier this year, has quickly grown into a fan favorite and one of the most talked-about love songs on the Afrobeats scene. Its rich blend of Yoruba melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and smooth instrumentation has led to a wave of cover versions from both upcoming and established artists. However, Simi’s unique vocals and emotive delivery have stolen the spotlight, with many fans declaring her version the most captivating yet.
Simi, known for her velvety voice and lyrical depth, is no stranger to romantic ballads and has earned her place as one of Nigeria’s most beloved female artists with hit singles like “Joromi”, “Soldier” (ft Falz), and “By You” (ft Adekunle Gold) amongst many other hits. Her involvement, even unofficially with “Arike,” has added a fresh layer of beauty and anticipation to the track. Fans have flooded the comment section of her post and Kunmie’s pages, urging the two artists to make the collaboration official and release a full duet version of the hit song.
Kunmie, who has been gaining massive recognition for “Arike,” is yet to publicly respond to the outcry, but insiders suggest that a remix featuring Simi may now be under serious consideration. Whether it becomes a remix or a live performance collab, one thing is certain: Simi’s snippet has reignited momentum for “Arike” and opened the door for what could be one of the most exciting musical collaborations of the year.
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