4 Years Ago Today Omah Lay Released What Have We Done Critic Circle

Oluokun Temitope Tariq known professionally as TAR1Q is redefining African music with a unique genreblending style that has quickly caught the industrys attention Signed to Chocolate City Music and known for his velvety voice TAR1Q seamlessly melds Afrobeats Pop HipHop and RB into a sound that feels both innovative and deeply personal His music isnt just about catchy melodies its a form of introspective storytelling capturing both the past and present of African experiences in a way that resonates with listeners worldwide Born on May 1st in Benin City Nigeria TAR1Q grew up in a family where cultural diversity and selfexpression were part of everyday life His journey into music began at 12 and after a move from Delta State to Lagos he found himself drawn to songwriting as a way to make sense of his experiences What started as a hobby soon turned into a passion as he began crafting narratives that felt like conversations bringing an introspective depth and vulnerability to his lyrics In 2022 TAR1Q released his debut EP Son of the Moon introducing fans to his honest and evocative storytelling This project which included tracks like sIgNaLs bAd IntentIons and bE MInE featuring Blaqbonez and Ria Sean gave listeners a glimpse into his creative journey and themes of love selfdiscovery and growth The success of bAd IntentIons propelled him further into the limelight establishing TAR1Q as a fresh authentic voice in the Nigerian music scene TAR1Qs sound continued to evolve in 2023 with the release of his second EP All I Felt featuring fan favorites like PrEttY Like and iN My FeeLinGs Now in 2024 he has captivated audiences with his most recent project Okada Airlines currently being promoted across platforms This eighttrack EP includes collaborations with notable artists such as Young Jonn on Bus Stop Remix and Khaid on Jigga showcasing his artistic growth and musical versatility Beyond his solo projects TAR1Q has contributed to collaborations that further highlight his versatility including Santa Monica by Dumoni the Jig and Dealer by 10Ten His collaborations reflect his appreciation for the diversity within African music and his desire to continuously push boundaries With Okada Airlines as his latest milestone TAR1Q has positioned himself as a promising artist who challenges norms and brings a fresh perspective to African music His journey is one of passion authenticity and artistic exploration inspiring fans to embrace their individuality and live truthfully As he builds his legacy TAR1Q continues to captivate audiences setting a new standard for what African music can be Critic Circle

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