An emotionally-charged alternative gem that powerfully explores whether love is a risk worth taking.

Lagos, Nigeria-based artist Tutakanemm continues to prove that alt-rock storytelling can be both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Known for blending modern rock’s edge with soulful authenticity, Tutakanemm delivers music that feels intimate yet bold — raw lyrics shaped by lived experience, delivered with emotional honesty and conviction.

Following the release of “Not Your Bet” and “Rainday,” the artist returns with the introspective and stirring single “Scared to Love You.”

The track opens with soft, melodic piano that gradually expands into a surge of energetic instrumentals and pulsing beats. That build mirrors the emotional tension of opening yourself up to love — the beauty and the fear intertwined.

Tutakanemm’s expressive voice captures that push-and-pull perfectly, balancing vulnerability with power. Lines like “I really really really really like you / But the future feels like smoke I can’t see through” and “Every step I take the ground might break” expose a deep self-awareness about what it means to risk your heart when the outcome is uncertain.

What stands out most is how effortlessly Tutakanemm fuses passion and restraint, crafting a soundscape that feels cinematic yet intimate. The storytelling is vivid and relatable, translating complex emotions into something that lingers long after the song fades. There’s a bravery in admitting fear — and “Scared to Love You” turns that honesty into art.

Fueled by heartfelt vocals, honest lyricism, and evocative production, “Scared to Love You” is a moving reflection on the fragility of love and the courage it takes to embrace it. Press play and let Tutakanemm remind you that sometimes, fear and love are two sides of the same heartbeat.

Shari Hirsch

Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.