ArtistRack brings to you ‘Zama’ by Zily
With her new single “Zama (Uncle)”, Zily, a rising artist from the Indian Ocean, delivers a powerful and poetic statement that blends language, memory, and resistance. Rooted in her native Mayotte and of Malagasy heritage, Zily creates music that transcends borders. Over vibrant Amapiano rhythms from South Africa, she weaves together Shimaoré, Kibushi, and a message that resonates deeply: “Uncle, where are you? The time has come. You must wake up.”
More than just a song, “Zama” is a musical manifesto, a call for generational awareness, cultural affirmation, and emotional connection. With her unique voice and infectious energy, Zily continues to shine a spotlight on the cultures of Mayotte and the wider Indian Ocean.
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”, Zily, a rising artist from the Indian Ocean, delivers a powerful and poetic statement that blends language, memory, and resistance. Rooted in her native Mayotte and of Malagasy heritage, Zily creates music that transcends borders. Over vibrant Amapiano rhythms from South Africa, she weaves together Shimaoré, Kibushi, and a message that resonates deeply: “Uncle, where are you? The time has come. You must wake up.”More than just a song, “Zama” is a musical manifesto, a call for generational awareness, cultural affirmation, and emotional connection. With her unique voice and infectious energy, Zily continues to shine a spotlight on the cultures of Mayotte and the wider Indian Ocean.){kind=link}