Tetema

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"Tetema"
Single by Rayvanny
from the album Sound From Africa
ReleasedFebruary 20, 2019
Recorded2019
Length
  • 2:34 (album version)
Label WCB Wasafi
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s) S2Kizzy
Rayvanny singles chronology
"Mwanza"
(2017)		"Tetema"
(2019)		"Teamo"
(2020)
Music video
"Tetema" on YouTube

Tetema is a song recorded by Tanzanian singer Rayvanny included as the second song in his debut studio album, Sound From Africa (2021). [1] It was officially released by WCB Wasafi on February 20, 2019. The track features Tanzanian singer Diamond Platnumz. [2]

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Background and Composition

Tetema was written and composed by Rayvanny and Diamond Platnumz, who also sang the song. It was produced by S2Kizzy. [3] It was officially released on February 20, 2019.

Reception

Tetema became quite popular, especially in Tanzania and across East Africa. It gained significant traction in clubs, parties, and on social media platforms [4] due to its catchy beat and danceable rhythm. [5] [6] The song also received positive feedback from music critics.

Additionally, the version of the song "Mama Tetema" featuring Maluma topped the Billboard chart in Mexico, [7] showcasing the international success of the Tetema series. [8]

The song's popularity led to the creation of two remixes [9] due to its positive reception. [10]

Despite positive feedback, the song "Tetema" by Rayvanny and Diamond Platnumz was banned [11] in Kenya by the head of the Kenya Film Classification Board, Ezekiel Mutua. The ban was due to the song being deemed as "pure pornography". [12] The ban led to restrictions on playing songs like "Tetema" and "Wamlambez" outside of clubs and bars in Kenya. Tanzania's music regulatory board, BASATA, responded to this ban by addressing Mutua's directive regarding the song.

Maluma Version

In 2021, a Colombian singer, Maluma and Rayvanny collaborated on the song, calling it "Mama Tetema," [13] [14] which was released as a single and music video. The track is a fusion of Afro-beat and Reggaeton in Spanish and Swahili, inspired by Rayvanny's popular track "Tetema." [15]

Background and Composition

Maluma reached out to Rayvanny after hearing the song, leading to their collaboration. The song features new lyrics in Spanish and a Reggaeton beat added by Maluma, resulting in a vibrant and dance-worthy track. [16]

Music Video

The music video for "Mama Tetema," was directed by Jessy Terrero, [17] showcases both artists in different locations - Rayvanny in Africa and Maluma in the United States. [18] [19]

Reception

This collaboration between Maluma and Rayvanny has garnered attention globally, with a live performance scheduled during the MTV European Music Awards. [20] The song was ranked 12 in Billboard's [21] Latin Digital Song Sales [22]

Other Versions

Rayvanny released a remix of Tetema that was featured by international artists; Mohombi, Jeon , Pitbull and Diamond Platinumz. Despite featuring big names, this version of Tetema was not considered a success as hoped. [23]

Later in 2021, Rayvanny featured Nigerian musicians Patoranking as well as Zlatan Ibile, for yet another version of the song, a version that was termed, 'a success' by critics and fans. [24]

Music Video

The original music video for "Tetema" directed by Director Kenny, [25] was released on March 14, 2019, and it received a positive reception as the music video hit 1 million views in seventeen hours, a record for a Tanzanian song at a time. [26] Despite its success, "Tetema" video received criticism from fans as the artists were accused of copying the video concept from Tyler, the Creator's music video, See You Again. [27]

Awards

YearProjectCeremonyCategoryResult
2019 Rayvanny ft Diamond Platnumz "Tetema" All Africa Music Awards Best African Video [28] [29] Won [30]

Credits and personnel

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