If you are a fan of Malawian rap music, the name Suffix needs no introduction. He has been making waves since his inception into the music scene. His breakout song “Ulendo Wa Kumwamba” won him notoriety and established him as a household name with projects like the D.
O.S mixtape , Dethrone EP , Before I Sleep , and To Whom It May Concern. Suffix has returned and finally dropped his highly anticipated third album, Tailora , dedicated to his late mother.
He swings out of the gate with a grand opening track titled “Silero,” featuring Ntchisi’s finest singer, Driemo. The song is graced with a grand piano and an orchestral beat, backed by an electrifying choral vocal performance. It is the perfect opener and sets the right tone for the album, inspiring hope that in the midst of hurdles, there is light at the end of the tunnel, even if today might not be the day to bask in the sun.
The song “Lighter” follows, featuring infectious vocals by Barnie Michael. Suffix delivers his verses with a laid-back flow, in typical Suffix fashion, encouraging listeners to stay focused on their goals, such as staying in school, and not get carried away. The additional harmonising vocals at the end provide a soothing aura that closes the track perfectly.
Next, the album presents an energetic social commentary track titled “Kumpanje,” where Suffix addresses jealousy and envy in Malawi. He interpolates lyrics from the Malawi National Anthem with lines such as “njala nthenda ndi nsan.
