Shekhinah Taps Moliy for Catchy New Single, “Risk”
On her first lead single in almost three years, the South African singer reaffirms her ability to spin catchy, relatable songs about modern romance.
Shekhinah poses in a promotional image for her new single, “Risk.”
Since the release of her 2017 debut album, Rose Gold, which housed the ultra-popular single “Suited,” Shekhinah has been one of the most compelling R&B/pop artists working in African music.
Nearly three years after her excellent sophomore LP, Trouble in Paradise, the singer has returned with her first official single since then, filling the period of relative silence with a handful of feature appearances. Collaborating with Ghanaian American singer Moliy, the new song, “Risk,” feels like a page turn from the deeply introspective themes that marked her last album.
On the single, the pair cast aside the feeling of trepidation that sometimes accompanies the decision to commit to a romantic relationship. Over a sleek and summery mid-tempo bounce, the singers outline the emotional weight of taking the plunge, promising to embrace the risk alongside their partners.
“If I jump in with my heart, please understand the risk/Please just try to be cautious, before we dive right in,” Shekhinah intones on the pre-chorus. Moliy adds a substantial dose of lust with her second verse, giving herself over to the relationship.
“Risk” reaffirms Shekhinah’s already proven ability to make relatable love songs that also double as catchy bops.
Listen to “Risk” here.
Shekhinah - Risk (Official Audio) ft. Moliywww.youtube.com
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