Have you ever had trust issues going into a relationship?

Massaeli is an emerging artist from Ghana, West Africa, who is entirely self-taught and self-made, driven by a deep passion for his music. He’s known for his versatility, blending the diverse musical styles he grew up with to create his distinct sound. Since starting his career in 2020 as a creator on SoundCloud, Massaeli has released 14 singles and an EP.

Some of Massaeli’s tracks have a distinctly Afrocentric vibe, both in sound and language, while others lean heavily into R&B. Regardless of the genre, his music is always driven by the beat, which takes center stage in his compositions. In his latest single, “Trust Issues,” Massaeli collaborates with upbeat indie singer-songwriter AVX. The track delves into the complexities of two people entering a relationship despite knowing it’s bound to fail due to trust issues and unresolved feelings from the past.

I enjoyed listening to “Trust Issues.” It opens with a soft, acoustic vibe before the powerful beat kicks in, creating a nice contrast. The collaboration brings together two talented artists with great energy. However, I do wish the vocals had been more prominent. The production emphasized the beat over vocal clarity, and adjusting this could have elevated the track to the next level.

Give “Trust Issues” a listen below.

Luna