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JENESIS KIMERA : An Architect of Good Music

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A year ago, I had my first conversation with Jenesis Kimera about his Risky Business EP, a project that, true to its name, reflected the risks and rewards of his artistic journey. Now, in 2025, we spoke again, this time about his latest release, Olaba Otya, featuring Yung Mulo. The conversation wasn’t just about the song, it was about growth, persistence, and what success means to an artist constantly pushing forward.

For Jenesis, success isn’t just about numbers or financial gains. "Well, it’s getting people to listen to the music and making money, but also, it’s about the music. Releasing music is a win," he told me. That perspective defines his journey. Each release is a milestone, a testament to his dedication to the craft.

We also touched on a common refrain among artists. The idea that "everything I create is my favorite." When asked about it, Jenesis answered in a way that felt both diplomatic and self-aware. It’s a tricky position to be in, balancing attachment to past work with the excitement of what’s coming next. And there is a lot coming next. Jenesis has a new single dropping soon, along with visuals for some of his recent tracks. Even bigger, he has an EP on the way later this year.

If Olaba Otya is any indication, Jenesis Kimera is stepping into 2025 with momentum. His focus isn’t on looking back, it’s on creating, evolving, and letting the music speak for itself.


Have a listen to my conversation with Jenesis on this Audiogram via Instagram

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