Gonto Springs to Life in Ibeji’s Official Music Videos

Mary Nnah

‘Gonto’ comes alive on stage as Ibejii releases the official music video for the amazing song of the same name. Starring some of Nollywood’s finest like Dakore, Christian Paul, Ruby Akubueze and Emmanuel Osahor, Gonto was shot live on stage at Terra Kulture Lagos, and features scenes from the as yet unnamed, unannounced and highly anticipated movie by Ibejii.

The music video is a fast paced beautifully crafted cinematographic experience that adds much deserved visual energy to Gonto, one of the most successful singles releases of 2021. Gonto, an afro-orchestral anthem that takes the listener on a journey that captures the insensitivity of the powerful but also the daring of a new generation of believers, is a June 11, 2021 release of the highly celebrated, British/ Nigerian afro-soul artiste, Ibejii.

A reputed story teller, poet, thinker and romantic, Ibejii’s essence is a fine balance of ‘Taiye Kehin’ , the physical and the transcendent, time worn and timeless.

Ibejii’s sound is a fine blend of African vibes and international sound; a unique blend of storytelling. Coming off his as yet unannounced 5th project, Gonto recounts the victory of tiny masquerades in the face of a selfish big masquerade that will not let other voices rise. Gonto is Ibejii’s celebration of the ultimate victory of ordinary people over those who oppress and silence us. Gonto, the official music video, will be released today.