Patoranking and Popcaan throw a galala gala in the “Tonight” video
thefader.comOver the past half-decade, permutations of dancehall music from around the world have gone from regional sounds to global sensations.
In 2023, it just might be galala's turn. A fusion of reggae, Afrobeats, and dancehall, galala has been popular in Nigeria for years, and on his new single "Tonight," Patoranking sounds ready to help it take the next step.
The message of "Tonight" is a simple one: turn off your mind, don't overthink things, and let nature take over. With Jamaican dancehall star Popcaan in tow, "Tonight" makes its case for the perfect party on top of gurgling organ melodies and an irresistible beat — you can find some of the song's most progressive elements in its percussion, with trap snare rolls and the occasional amapiano log drum used as flourishes.
Read Next: New Music Friday: The best new albums out today In a press statement, Patoranking made his song of the summer ambitions clear. "'Tonight' is a summer smash, an all-round feel-good song which gets you dancing.
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