“Nwannem” is a significant single by the Nigerian Igbo drill pioneer Rord Kelly, released on January 11, 2026. Dropped strategically to coincide with the artist’s birthday, the track serves as both a personal milestone and a musical gift to his dedicated fanbase.
It blends the aggressive, rhythmic percussion of modern drill with traditional Igbo linguistic nuances and cultural references.
The title “Nwannem” translates to “My brother” or “my sister” in Igbo, a term used in the culture to signify deep communal bonds regardless of blood relation.
At the end, the lyrics continue Rord Kelly’s tradition of reflecting the struggles and triumphs of the “hustler lifestyle.”
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