The centerpiece of this digital album is the title track, ‘Devil made the deal for me,’ one of five songs that showcase Samba’s multifaceted talents. Notably, she played a pivotal role in crafting the lyrics and producing the entire mixtape, offering listeners a candid reflection of her innermost thoughts and the challenges she faced during the early days of her girl group career.
Collaborating with renowned Korean R&B singer-songwriter and music producer Leanon, Samba has orchestrated a musical masterpiece. Joining the lineup of talents contributing to the album is the rising star Jang Tae In (SEOUL ARCHIVE), who lent his expertise to the mixing and mastering process, elevating the sonic experience to new heights.
Hailing from Senegal, Fatou Samba’s journey to the forefront of the K-pop scene is nothing short of extraordinary. Raised in Belgium from the age of 12, she draws inspiration from the diverse sounds of both her native land and her European home. Add to that a passion for K-pop kindled during her teenage years, and you have the unique blend that sets Samba apart as the only African performer in the K-pop industry.
Samba’s rise to fame as the leader of a ‘K-pop girl group without Koreans’ has garnered international attention, with major media outlets such as CNN, BBC, and Rolling Stones recognizing her contribution to BLACKSWAN. Despite facing challenges and anti-black sentiments, she has solidified her place as a trailblazing figure in the K-pop world.
Before her K-pop journey, Samba began as a model in South Korea, but it was her foray into BLACKSWAN as a rapper, singer, and dancer that truly marked the beginning of her musical legacy. Last year’s solo mixtape, PWAPF, offered a taste of her individual artistry, and now, with ‘Letter 1 – Adaeh,’ she’s poised to captivate audiences with a deeper, more personal narrative.
Remarkably, amidst her busy schedule, Samba has taken the time to pen lyrics for her mixtape albums, showcasing her unwavering commitment to hip-hop as a true artist.
As BLACKSWAN wraps up its eventful year with the release and promotion of Samba’s mixtape album, fans can look forward to the group’s comeback early next year. The global phenomenon managed by DR Music is breaking barriers, with Fatou Samba proudly leading the charge as the first African K-pop idol, proving that talent knows no boundaries. In the face of adversity, she continues to carve her path, making a significant impact on the music industry and inspiring fans around the world.
