5 times Germani proved he’s more than just an Afrobeats artist

Afrobeats may be central to Germani’s sound, but it doesn’t capture the full scope of his artistry.

Born Germani Amalade Kelvin in Delta State, the singer-songwriter has built a career on versatility, blending Afrobeats with R&B, hip hop, and soul.

From his days as a church chorister to his breakthrough with Rytical Records Ltd, Germani has shown that he is not confined to one genre.

Here are five moments that prove he’s more than just an Afrobeats artist.

Before entering the studio, Germani was already exercising a rare gift: the ability to sing across alto, tenor, and bass.

This versatility, honed in church choirs, allows him to move between soulful lows and high, expressive melodies. It makes his music connect across genres and sets him apart as more than just another Afrobeats voice.

Instead of waiting for big stages, Germani built his own. Performing at community events, school concerts, and sponsored shows in Delta State, he adapted his style to different audiences.

These performances showed his range, from Afrobeats rhythms to R&B-inspired sets, highlighting his ability to stretch beyond genre expectations.

Songs like “Ije Love” (2023) and “Ayola” (2024) carry Afrobeats' DNA, but their melodies lean toward pop and R&B. “Laugh,” produced by Busy Pluto, blends Afrobeats bounce with storytelling depth found in hip hop and soul.

Each release adds a new experiment with sound and rhythm, showing his refusal to be boxed in.

The upcoming remix of “Laugh” featuring rapper Jeriq reflects Germani’s openness to crossing genres. Working with street rap and hip hop acts adds new layers to his artistry and creates a bridge between different communities of music lovers.

Germani cites Michael Jackson, Lucky Dube, and P-Square as inspirations. These influences appear in his music, from the stage presence he’s building to the storytelling in his lyrics.

By blending Afrobeats with reggae, R&B, and pop, he mirrors his icons’ global vision while shaping his own sound.

Germani is not just a label-signed Afrobeats singer but a storyteller and musical explorer.

Each step of his journey, from Delta’s community halls to Lagos’s stages, has revealed new sides of his artistry. These five moments remind fans that Germani’s future will not be tied to one genre but will continue to evolve in sound and story.

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