Bella Shmurda Raises the Bar with His New EP ‘R2 Sept 12’

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Abiola Ahmed Akinbiyi, known professionally as Bella Shmurda releases a new EP ahead of his upcoming album.

The EP narrates Bella Shmurda’s emotional odyssey following the tragic loss of his dear friend Mohbad on September 12, 2023.

The EP intricately portrays the profound aftermath of this loss, traversing through the tumultuous waves of sorrow, rage, and eventual acceptance inherent in the grieving journey. Through his music, Bella Shmurda vulnerably bares his soul, bravely confronting his vulnerabilities and transmuting his emotions into a cathartic and universally relatable form of expression.

‘R2 Sept 12’ unveils the depths of Bella Shmurda’s inner self. Songs like ‘Feelings’ lay bare the raw ache of heartbreak, while ‘Loner’ evolves into a potent anthem of self-sufficiency.

‘1999’ sees Bella Shmurda and Bloody Civilian joined in their shared pursuit of dreams cultivated since their youth. ‘Oghene’ featuring Zlatan and Jeriq injects the project with a potent blend of spirituality, highlighting their faith and appreciation. The EP culminates with ‘My Brother,’ a poignant tribute to his late friend Mohbad.

Bella Shmurda infuses the record with heartfelt emotion, treasuring the memories of their indomitable bond and pledging to preserve Mohbad’s spirit through his music.