Nigeria-Based R&B and Hip-Hop Artist Darlintino Rises from the Depths of Tragedy to the Heights of Triumph with “The Wire / Survivor’s Guilt” Featuring Mannie Akumba

Darlintino is an anomaly, a deviation from what is expected or the ordinary, and sits atop the hierarchy when it comes to musical versatility. He effortlessly flows through different sounds, notably R&B, hip-hop, and others, and is equally at home in all of them. He’s also got that expressive voice that are ideal for the genres. As an exceptional singer/songwriter and emcee, this Abuja-based star transcends musical norms, prioritizing authentic life narratives, which he delivers with such honesty and vulnerability to create a deep connection with the listener. This has made him meteorically rise to the top of the Nigerian music scene, and boy…he’s got that steel inside him!

The night of November 11, 2022, proved nearly fatal for Darlintino when he was involved in a cataclysmic road accident that left him in the hospital with his jaw wired shut. Two weeks later, after the casts were taken off, he recorded this raw masterpiece dubbed ‘The Wire / Survivor’s Guilt’ on which he features guest vocalist Mannie Akumba.

More than the outstanding showmanship unleashed here, this track is an ode to Darlintino’s relentlessness, courage, and never-say-die attitude. Many people would be dejected by such a harrowing experience, but he decided to change fortunes and sought inspiration from the whole experience to create such an irresistible masterpiece like the one before us.

On the mic, he does not miss taking the listener on a journey by adopting a storybook approach to storytelling with his masterful flows, laid-back yet powerful approach over the catchy beat, with guest vocalist Mannie Akumba breathing life into the track through his magnificent hook.

This song proves that Darlintino is much more than a rapper; he is artist, and his ability to transform arguably one of the worst human experiences there is into something of a triumph to empower the listener.

To keep up with Darlintino, check out his Instagram page.