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Released February 26, 2025
This EP is a heartfelt ode to the dance floor, exploring the intricate themes of love, vulnerability, and self-discovery. Each track is an invitation to embrace our feelings, celebrate our joys and confront our fears, reminding us that the dancefloor is not just a physical space but a sanctuary for our souls. In every beat and melody, we find an opportunity to reflect, heal and connect on a deeper level.
I’m honored to have collaborated with some of my favorite DJs and producers who have graced countless dancefloors: Gafacci, Poté, Vanyfox, Negoo and Dogzout. Additionally, the incredible vocals of Pierre Lapointe, Lady Donli, Mopao Mumu, and Pony bring life and depth to this project. Together, we embark on a journey through the dancefloor, exploring our innermost selves and emotions until we ultimately reach a place of freedom.
This EP is a heartfelt ode to the dancefloor that marks a shift from big-picture ambition to an intimate exploration of human connection. With Tears On The Dancefloor, Pierre Kwenders takes listeners on a journey through the intricacies of love, vulnerability, and self-discovery, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a celebration among close friends.
As a testament to the power of music as both a sanctuary and a space for self-expression, Tears On The Dancefloor invites audiences to step into a space where emotional depth and freedom collide, encouraging reflection, healing, and connection. Each track is a reflection of the personal and collective experiences we all share as we navigate love, joy, fear, and growth.
The EP opens with the lead single “Everyday” featuring Lady Donli and Gafacci, a tender celebration of love’s quiet beauty, where every laugh and sleepy morning shared with a loved one becomes a moment to cherish. Lady Donli’s voice adds a layer of warmth, turning this track into a heartfelt embrace.
The record includes the second single “We Like” featuring Poté, a rallying cry for unity, a song for connection and celebration. “I’m honored to have collaborated with some of my favorite DJs and producers who have graced countless dance floors: Gafacci, Poté, Vanyfox, NegoO, and Dogzout,” says Kwenders. “Additionally, the incredible vocals of Pierre Lapointe, Lady Donli, Mopao Mumu, and Pony bring life and depth to this project. Together, we embark on a journey through the dance floor, exploring our innermost selves and emotions until we ultimately reach a place of freedom.”
Born José Louis Modabi in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Pierre Kwenders blends pop, electronica and Congolese rumba while singing and rapping in Lingala, French, English, Tshiluba and Kikongo, and mining the languages' lyrical and aesthetic distinctions for peak emotional resonance. Inspired by the intricacies of love, vulnerability, and self-discovery, Kwenders returns with a new EP, continuing his exploration of musical boundaries and cultural narratives.
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Performed by Pierre Kwenders
Mixed and mastered by Pascal Shefteshy
This song celebrates every moment shared with loved ones, capturing the essence of unconditional love. It embodies the laughter and sleepy yawns of every morning, reflecting a love that is genuine and ready to embrace whatever comes our way.
I’d like to give a heartfelt shout-out to Lady Donli for joining me on this; it feels like a wonderful continuation of our first collaboration. Our combined energy has brought this song to life, deepening its essence and making it even more meaningful.
Lyrics:
Everyday
Tango nionso
Mabanzo epa na yo (everyday)
In my mind Moko te
Akokani na yo (there’s no one like u)
Listen to me when I say
Could wake up to you everyday
Listen to me when I say
Could wake up to you everyday
Face between your shoulder blades.
Tryna slice my tears away
Face between your shoulder blades.
Tryna slice my tears
Telema na nga, Lamuka na nga
In the morning
Linga no nga, Lover no nga
In the morning
Mikaba na nga, Yamba no nga
When I'm yawning
Telema nga Lamuka nga (everyday)
Telema na ngai, Lamuka na nga
In the morning
Linga no nga, Lover no nga
In the morning
Mikaba na nga, Yamba no nga
When I'm yawning
Telema nga, Lamuka nga
Uh uh
Telema na
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Everyday we do it our way
No mean say this love na play
And I just want you to know
Where you go I’ll follow
If good loving is a crime
Call the popo I’ll do the time
Time time time time
Cause you’re all mine
I’ll be patiently waiting
Telema na nga, Lamuka na nga
In the morning
Linga no nga, Lover no nga
In the morning
Mikaba na nga, Yamba no nga
When I'm yawning
Telema nga Lamuka nga (everyday)
Telema na ngai, Lamuka na nga
In the morning
Linga no nga, Lover no nga
In the morning
Mikaba na nga, Yamba no nga
When I'm yawning
Telema nga, Lamuka nga
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Everyday we do it our way
No mean say this love na play
Released February 12, 2025
Performed by Pierre Kwenders, Lady Donli, Gafacci
Composed by Michael Dela Gafatchi
Written by José Louis Modabi, Zainab Elizabeth Donli, Gyimah Gariba
We Like is a call to action - for love, comfort, passion and unity, but most importantly, to freedom. An anthem that resonates with the call for love, comfort, passion, and togetherness—this is a song for freedom! It captures the essence of our shared humanity, inviting us to unite and celebrate our connections. We’re excited to embrace this message and let it inspire us as we navigate life together!
Poté’s unique sound adds a vibrant touch, blending rhythms and textures that perfectly match the heartfelt message. It truly makes this anthem even more special and enjoyable!
lyrics
Ba pasi ekosila
Tango oyaka pembeni nga
Ba nguna bakosuka
Tongo yo otelemelaka nga
Kaka yo kaka boye
Motema
Loketo pete pete
Nga na yo tokende
Tina suka
Milolo meke meke
Ya na nga yo lelo
Tokende tina suka
Yamba nga lelo
Yamba nga lelo
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
Ba pasi ekosila
Tango oyaka pembeni nga
Ba ndeke bakoyemba
Milolo meke meke
Nga na yo tokobina
Loketo pete pete
Nga na yo tokende
Tina suka
Milolo meke meke
Kaka boye nga na yo
Kaka yo
Loketo pete pete
Ya na nga yo lelo
Tonkende tina suka
Yamba nga lelo
Yamba nga lelo
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
We like to fight on
We like oh face it (We Like!)
We like to fight on
We like oh face it on
Yaka to kende, yo!
Released January 29, 2025
Performed by Pierre Kwenders & Poté
Mixed and mastered by Pascal Shefteshy
Composed by Sylvern Mathurin
Written by José Louis Modabi
Artwork by Alexis Coutu-Marion
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