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Hembadoon steps into a bold new chapter with the release of Yolo, the first official single teaser from her forthcoming album Time Na Now. The project marks a deeply personal five-year journey, unfolding across a 10-track body of work that reflects growth, resilience, and self-discovery.
Time Na Now brings together previously released fan favorites from 2021 to 2023, including the upbeat house record Hey Lover and the culturally rooted Kule Kule Hembaayem, while introducing a renewed sense of purpose and clarity. At its core, the album profiles Hembadoon’s journey of reclaiming her life, seizing the day, overcoming setbacks, rebuilding self-esteem, and celebrating the supporters who have walked the road with her.
Yolo, short for You Only Live Once, is a rich fusion of Afrobeats and Amapiano, driven by uplifting rhythms and motivational lyricism. The song encourages listeners to bet on themselves, stay focused on their goals, and remain steadfast through the hustle. Sung in English, Nigerian street pidgin, and her native Tiv language from Benue State, Nigeria, the track is a direct reflection of Hembadoon’s lived experience.
Through Yolo, Hembadoon delivers a message of urgency and empowerment, speaking to anyone in need of reassurance to take bold steps toward rebuilding their life. It sets the tone for Time Na Now as a project rooted in honesty, momentum, and forward motion.
Beyond the music, Hembadoon continues the conversation on her radio show Nubian Lounge on Radio ARA, airing every Thursday from 10am, where she shares the evolving story behind the album. Fans can also follow the journey through her blog at blog.hembadoon.com and on her Spotify podcast, where themes from the project are explored in greater depth.
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