Rihanna performs at the 2015 We Can Survive Concert at the Hollywood Bowl
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By Rédaction Africanews
and Kwabena Adu-Gyamfi
Afrobeats
Global pop sensation Rihanna has declared the collaborative track "Unavailable" as the standout song of the year, keeping it on constant replay.
The song, a fusion of Afrobeats and amapiano, is a joint effort by Nigerian singer Davido and South African producer Musa Keys.
In a social media shout-out, Rihanna also expressed appreciation for another South African artist, Mnike, identifying one of their tracks as a personal favourite of 2023.
My RI RI https://t.co/qyVSLQvZMV
— Davido (@davido) December 20, 2023
Davido, thrilled by Rihanna's endorsement, responded on social media with a heartfelt "My Ri Ri." This acknowledgement further solidifies the international appeal and recognition of the dynamic collaboration.
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