FAVE shines in new EP ‘RnBling’

Nigerian songstress FAVE has returned with RnBling, her third extended play that signals a bold new chapter in her artistic journey. The 6-track offering arrives as her most collaborative work yet, breaking from the solo approach that defined both 2022’s Riddim 5 and 2024’s Dutty Love. This time around, the rising star welcomes fellow artists into her sonic universe, crafting a project that feels both intimately personal and refreshingly expansive.

True to its name, RnBling weaves together threads of soulful R&B, contemporary Afropop, and island-kissed dancehall rhythms. The EP kicks off with the sensual groove of Body Talk before settling into Miss You, where FAVE exchanges gorgeous melodies with vocalist Chike on a tender slow jam. Her songwriting remains her greatest weapon—raw, vulnerable explorations of love and desire that cut straight to the heart. Production credits from a talented collective, including the trio 255 on Drown, provide the perfect canvas for her distinctive alto to shine. The previously released Dance brings sunshine energy, while Paparazzi pairs her with Afropop heavyweight Yemi Alade for a high-octane dancehall moment. Dunnie rounds out the experience on the mesmerizing closer La La La.

With RnBling, FAVE demonstrates that growth doesn’t mean abandoning identity. She orchestrates these collaborations with confidence, proving she can share the spotlight without losing her essence. This EP cements her status as one of the continent’s most compelling voices—an artist equally comfortable in her solitude and in community. Perfectly calibrated for late-night moods and golden hour drives, RnBling is essential listening.

Listen to RnBling here.