Award-winning Nigerian singer, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has opened up about the deep emotional inspiration behind his new song, “Al-Jannah.”
In a recent podcast interview, the 31-year-old revealed that his late father, Mr. Anidugbe, who passed away in 2015, was not only a major influence in his life but also his best friend.
“When my dad was alive, he was my best friend,” the singer said.
He went on to explain that “Al-Jannah” which translates to paradise was written as a tribute to several loved ones he and his wife have lost over the years.
He said;
I wanted to write a tribute song. We’ve lost people in the past—we lost our son in 2021; I lost my dad in 2015; my wife lost her mum in 2024; I lost my step-mum; we lost a whole lot of people. I wanted to make a song for everyone, not just one person. It’s about our loved ones we have lost in this journey of life. I think I was able to accomplish that by using the word friend in the song.”
Mr. Anidugbe passed away on May 9, 2015, just eight days after Kizz Daniel celebrated his 21st birthday, making the tribute even more personal and emotional.
“Al-Jannah” features on his newly released EP, “Uncle K: Lemon Chase,” which explores themes of love, loss, and legacy.