Watch Simi's Beautiful Music Video For 'Selense'

Premiere: Simi shares the upbeat new video for "Selense," a song about time which draws inspiration from classic highlife.

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Simi in "Selense" (Youtube)

Nigeria's Simicomes through with the new music video for her recent single, "Selense."

The song, which sees her sing about using your time and years on this earth preciously, gets a beautiful new video that follows Simi's verses about different characters who may or may not be spending their hours in the best way.

The upbeat new music video, which was directed by Adasa Cookey, is getting premiered here on OkayAfrica today.

"'Selense' is a song about time," Simi tells OkayAfrica. "The song draws inspiration from classic African highlife. A timeless classic that is perfect for all seasons."


"Selense" also marks Simi's first release through emPawa Distribution, a part of Mr Eazi's program which is equipping Africa's most promising artists with the necessary investment.

The single follows Simi's recent collaboration with Mr Eazi for "Doyin," as well as her solid album Omo Charlie Champagne, Vol. 1and a standout cover of "Brown Skin Girl."

Watch the new music video for "Selense" below.

SIMI - Selense (Official Video)www.youtube.com

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