Music
Tekno’s ‘Power Bank’ Is a Playful Take on Love and Energy
Tekno’s new video for “Power Bank” isn’t trying to be anything more than what it is—a light, charming, and well-paced visual companion to a catchy Afrobeats track. Set in Abuja and featuring Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, the video moves with ease, mixing simple storytelling with bright visuals that echo the song’s upbeat mood. It stays subtle, allowing the chemistry and mood to carry the story.

The video follows a playful love story between Tekno and Daniels, leaning into moments that feel more casual than scripted. A quick chase scene, some light flirtation, and plenty of shared looks make up the bulk of the narrative. It’s not trying to deliver a heavy message or a deep plot—it simply plays with the idea that love, like a power bank, gives you the energy to move through life.
Visually, it’s clean and vibrant. The director, Kemz, uses color and pacing well without overloading the screen. The shots are tight where they need to be and open up when the music calls for it. There’s a clear sense of rhythm between what you see and what you hear, but it’s handled with restraint. The editing keeps things moving but never feels rushed. The wardrobe and locations are thoughtful without being distracting.

One of the video’s strongest points is the chemistry between its leads. Tekno and Regina Daniels don’t overplay their roles—they keep things relaxed, which helps the idea behind the song land more naturally. Their interaction feels easy, and that’s what gives the video its charm. It doesn’t push too hard to make you believe in the story; it just lets the story unfold.
The concept of “power bank” as a metaphor for emotional energy isn’t overexplained—it’s just there, running quietly beneath the visuals. Whether it’s the spark between the characters or the bursts of color and movement, there’s a current that keeps the video alive. It’s a straightforward execution, but one that works because it doesn’t try to be more than the song needs.
“Power Bank” won’t reinvent the music video format, but that’s not its goal. It’s comfortable in its own lane—a simple, well-made visual that complements the music and leaves a pleasant impression. Tekno knows how to stay in step with his sound, and this video is another example of that. It’s short, sharp, and clear about what it wants to deliver. And it does.
Music
Rema Tackles Mixed Signals and Desire on New Single “Oh No”
Rema has released a new single, “Oh No,” a relationship-focused song about attraction, uncertainty and trying to understand where someone stands. The track was released on September 11, 2026, marking another solo release for the Nigerian singer.
On the song, Rema sings about a woman he remains attracted to even though he is unsure about her feelings and recent changes in behaviour. He wants her to stay close while questioning what may have changed between them and the influence of people around her.
The song also touches on how communication can become complicated in relationships. References to social media, late-night thoughts and shifts in behaviour add to Rema’s doubts about the woman’s intentions. His playful and flirtatious delivery keeps the subject from becoming overly serious.

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Jamaican producer Rvssian and London produced “Oh No,” reuniting Rvssian with Rema several years after their earlier collaboration, “Beamer (Bad Boys).” The new track combines Afropop and Caribbean sounds, drawing from dancehall, reggaeton and kompa-inspired rhythms.
Rvssian gives the song a dance-focused feel rather than a slow arrangement. Rema matches the pace with a melodic delivery and a recurring hook centred on his attraction to the woman.
The lyrics make it clear that Rema wants both physical and emotional closeness. He asks the woman to stay even as he struggles to understand the changes he sees in her. That uncertainty runs through the song without being resolved.

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Directed by Benji Allen, the video was shot on the streets of Los Angeles and features colourful brick background and intimate moments, including Rema shopping flowers for his love interest.
“Oh No” follows Rema’s August single, “TEA,” his first solo release of 2026.
With its lyrics and dance-driven production, “Oh No” presents romantic confusion through a mix of Afropop and Caribbean influences, bringing Rema and Rvssian together again.
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Music
What Exactly Are Ayra Starr and ZAYN Singing About on “Heaven Baby”?
Ayra Starr and ZAYN take a softer musical direction on “Heaven Baby“, a romantic collaboration about the rush of falling deeply for someone and seeing that person as unusually special and attractive.
Released on August 14, 2026, the song appears as the 14th track on Ayra Starr’s third studio album, Starrgirl. Recent coverage describes the record as a piano-led pop and R&B ballad built around the voices of both singers.

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The song opens with Ayra Starr describing the immediate chemistry she feels towards the person she is addressing. Her lyrics suggest that the attraction does not remain at the level of a passing crush. Her feelings deepen as she begins to describe how much the person means to her and how difficult their absence would be.
The chorus takes that feeling further through references to heaven and angels. Ayra uses the imagery to express how highly she regards the person she is singing about.
Her lyrics also touch on the fear of losing that person, showing how quickly the attraction has grown into something deeper.
ZAYN’s verses focuses on how far he is willing to go for the person he loves, including the sacrifices he would make for the relationship. His willingness to do so reflects the song’s theme of intense devotion.

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When their vocals meet again, the song feels like an exchange between two people who are equally invested. Ayra establishes the emotional intensity early, while ZAYN‘s section gives the record another voice within the same relationship.
Ayra Starr has also spoken positively about the record. During an appearance connected to the promotion of Starrgirl, she called “Heaven Baby” one of the best songs she had ever sung. She also praised ZAYN’s voice, describing it as both strong and vulnerable.
Unlike a song built around heartbreak, betrayal or a complicated romantic storyline, “Heaven Baby” stays with the early intensity of love. Its focus is the feeling of meeting someone who quickly becomes important and expressing that attachment without holding back.
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Ayra Starr’s ‘Starrgirl’: Tracklist, Features and Everything You Need to Know
Ayra Starr released her third studio album, “Starrgirl”, on August 14, 2026, through Mavin Records and Republic Records. It follows 19 & Dangerous, which came out in 2021, and The Year I Turned 21, released in 2024. The 16-track project features seven guest artists.
Dangerous opens the album, setting a bold tone before Amazing brings in British singer kwn. Wizkid joins her on Gimme Dat, a collaboration that earned Ayra a GRAMMY nomination, while Leon Thomas sings on Pressure. Tornado, a single she put out earlier in 2026, rounds off this opening run of songs.

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Midnight in New York and Hot Body keep the momentum going before French artist Theodora steps in on Ms Paper. Dance and Where Do We Go follow, and Rema shows up on Who’s Dat Girl, a long-awaited pairing for fans of both artists.
Tracks twelve and thirteen, Misunderstood and Letter to God, don’t have guest features. Song fourteen, Heaven Bab, features ZAYN. Treasure follows at track fifteen, and the album closes with a remix of Hot Body featuring Danny Ocean.
Gimme Dat, Hot Body, Who’s Dat Girl, “Where Do We Go“, and Tornado were all released as singles ahead of the album’s release.

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Ayra confirmed her move from Lagos to New York in November 2025, telling Hot 93.7FM that relocating was about broadening her sound and representing her culture on a bigger stage. She said the city reminds her of Lagos, pointing to the large Nigerian and African communities there. Weeks later, she opened up on Substack about the harder side of settling in, describing the adjustment as lonely and the cold as difficult to shake.
Coming off a 2025 that included two GRAMMY nominations, two MOBO Awards, and her first BET Award for Best International Act, Ayra Starr enters Starrgirl carrying real industry weight into this new chapter. Whether the album brings in new numbers to match remains to be seen, but the tracklist alone shows an artist stretching further than she has on any project before this one.
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