Yemisi, RnB Princess team up for the vibrant record “Bigger Things”

Chinonso Ihekire

So much great music exists in the world, but there are different reasons why songs become great. Some do well because the instrumental — the actual music — does the heavy lifting. Some sound great because the delivery is top-notch; the performances and attitude of the artists infuse them with likable qualities. Others are great because the record is simply composed in an ideal way: the right artists delivering the right verses with the right lyrics. Artists and producers often take credit for those accomplishments, but a less popular third group — songwriters — deserves much of the credit for the success of some of our favorite songs.

Yemisi is one songwriter who constantly leaves her mark on a record through deft penmanship, piecing together different ideas in ways that align with the artist’s brand and perspective. With many solid records under her belt, it is no surprise that her influence on RnB Princess’s “Bigger Things” is felt right from the start of the song. The record is a concise expression of the journey of a young female singer who dreams of world domination through her music. Yemisi’s songwriting technique adequately depicts this in a succinct yet enjoyable manner.

The lyrics in this song are pieced together with precision. As the title implies, “Bigger Things” speaks about the artist’s desire to elevate her status within the music space. The song starts with an admission of dealing with internet trolls and naysayers while seeing beyond their cheap shots. As the song progresses, we learn more about the inner workings of the artist’s mind on her journey to bigger things. Through this linear songwriting technique, RnB Princess stands tall with the assertion that these naysayers cannot reach the levels she has attained for herself.

One thing that stands out about this record is the absence of cuss words. In a time when music is more expressive than ever, it is normal to find explicit lyrics littered throughout some of our favorite records, but not here. Yemisi is able to relay all her ideas, even the boastful ones, through a delicate selection of words. Going by the texture of the music, lyrics filled with cuss words might have taken away from the song’s quality. Yemisi and RnB Princess successfully create the image of a young singer on her way to the top while ignoring the noise that comes from seeking external validation as an artist.

RnB Princess, with the help of Yemisi, pieces together a smooth performance that highlights the best aspects of her artistry. Her sultry voice dovetails with Yemisi’s lyrics to create a pure R&B flair that makes the song enjoyable. At some point, the instrumental introduces pop elements, especially around the chorus, which also influences the way the performance is delivered.

The teamwork between Yemisi and RnB Princess makes the record what it is. Although it is a relatively short song, we learn many things about the artist’s mindset and how she deals with external pressures on her journey to the top. All these ideas are tied together through Yemisi’s brilliant songwriting, and without a doubt, she is bound to leave an even greater mark on the Nigerian music space for years to come.