Tanzanian singer and songwriter Phina has opened up about the inspiration behind her new single, Nakwamini, a collaboration with Nigerian media personality Enioluwa Adeoluwa. The single was officially released on 13 February 2026.
Speaking during an interview with HipTV, Phina revealed that the song was inspired by the long-distance connection between herself and Enioluwa. She explained that the largely Swahili track was created during a studio session they shared and reflects a personal experience between them.
“I recently collaborated with Enioluwa on a song called Nakwamini, and it’s mostly in Swahili. The main idea behind it, or how it came into existence, was the long-distance relationship that we have,” she said.
Long-Distance Relationship Inspires The Track
Phina explained how distance played a key role in shaping the song’s concept.
“He’s based in Nigeria and I’m based in Tanzania, and that kind of became a thing for us at the time,” she added, highlighting the emotional connection behind the track.
She also praised Enioluwa’s creativity and adaptability in the studio, describing him as intelligent and quick to learn.
“He is so smart and very fast. It doesn’t take him long to understand or learn what he’s supposed to sing,” Phina noted.
From Wedding Meeting To Musical Collaboration
Recalling how their connection began, Phina said they first met at Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux’s wedding in Tanzania, where they bonded over shared interests.
She also spoke about her growing exposure to Nigerian culture, including learning the Yoruba language, and expressed excitement about working with Nigerian creatives.
Expanding Her Continental Reach
Phina has released multiple singles, steadily refining her distinctive musical style while collaborating with artistes across Africa.
The singer revealed that she has previously linked up with Nigerian artiste Qing Madi and expressed her desire to pursue more collaborations with Nigerian artistes on upcoming projects.
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