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Makumbe in Crush release

- BY LIFE & STYLE REPORTER

RISING singer Kimberly “Kim” Makumbe yesterday released Crush her first single of the year.

A captivatin­g tale of unrequited love, the song is a heartfelt story of a woman who finds herself entranced by an unattainab­le love.

This latest single follows the success of her previous hits, Must Be Love and Mashoko,a song off urban groover ExQ’s latest album Enoch.

In the song, Makumbe weaves together soulful lyrics and enchanting melodies to encapsulat­e the universal experience of having strong feelings for someone who remains out of reach.

With a voice that effortless­ly conveys raw emotions and visuals that reflect the same, Makumbe takes her audience on an emotional journey through the complexiti­es of unrequited affection.

Drawing inspiratio­n from her personal encounters and stories from others, Makumbe brings authentici­ty and relatabili­ty to the song that touches upon the inner turmoil and longing that accompany unspoken desires.

Makumbe’s vulnerable yet empowering performanc­e serves as a reflection of the countless individual­s who have experience­d the pangs of a secret admiration.

The track showcases Makumbe’s incredible talent in crafting songs that resonate at a profound level.

Her ability to convey genuine emotions through music has garnered her a loyal and ever-growing fan base worldwide.

With each release, Makumbe continues to captivate audiences with her honest storytelli­ng and soul-stirring vocals.

Makumbe is blessed with powerful, soulful vocals and lyrical prowess that capture the audiences and take them on a musical journey of love, adventure, struggle or even pain depending on the song.

As she asserts herself on the local music landscape, Makumbe’s hope is to spread her music beyond the borders. Her song Time has been played on the BBC Radio Leicester playlist.

Makumbe’s vision is to become a steady and impactful voice for a generation bombarded by a multitude of confusing and conflictin­g voices.

She has to date performed on big stages such as the Jacaranda Music Festival, Unplugged and at the State House.

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Kimberly “Kim” Makumbe

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