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    Vector reveals why he calls his style of music ‘Rapfrobeats’

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    • Vector explains why he calls his style of music ‘Rapfrobeats’

    Vector reveals why he calls his style of music'Rapfrobeats'
    Vector reveals why he calls his style of music ‘Rapfrobeats’

    In a recent interview on Arise News TV, Nigerian rapper Vector shared insights into his unique music style, which he calls “Rapfrobeats,” and discussed his latest album, ‘Teslim: A Lover Boy PTSD.’

    In the album, Vector blends his signature rap style with melodic singing, showcasing his versatility as an artist. Speaking about his ability to merge rap with singing, Vector described ‘Rapfrobeats‘ as a fusion of rap and Afrobeats, reflecting his diverse musical influences.

    He explained that while rap is often expected to strictly adhere to poetic expression, his style incorporates inspiration from Nigerian Fuji music legends like Adewale Ayuba, KWAM 1, Kollington Ayinla, and Sawaba Abeni, whose music shaped his artistic development.

    “I created Rapfrobeats because there’s this misconception that as a rapper, you can’t sing. But for me, even though I have strong oratory skills as a Yoruba man and a Lagos Island Lafiaji boy, I also grew up listening to Adewale Ayuba and other Fuji icons, which inspires me to sing,” Vector said.

    The award-winning rapper emphasized that African rappers should embrace their cultural beats rather than mimic the style of American hip-hop.

    “African rappers should be able to rap on African beats. We need to find a way to integrate our unique tones and rhythms into the fusion,” he stated.

    Vector’s ‘Rapfrobeats; adds to the growing evolution of Afrobeats, as more artists create subgenres to define their distinct sounds.