Teslah gets tapped by Vic West for the “Call Me” visualizer
Renowned Kenyan music producer Vic West encourages Teslah, a rising star in Kenya, to release the music video for their most recent hit song, “Call Me.” The lively croony tune eloquently conveys the exhilarating feelings of a recently discovered romance. With her seductive vocals, Teslah enhances the song, telling her potential boyfriend that in addition to calling her his girl, he can call her whenever he wants to, since she wants to put an end to her single life.
The song also emphasizes the artist’s “preoccupation” with her partner and her intention to eventually bring him home in order to “officialize” their relationship. The song, which is primarily in English, stands apart due to the use of Amapiano-style beats and Swahili/Sheng lyrics.
“I already know what kinds of records fit Teslah’s voice and style because I’ve worked with her in the past. I knew immediately when I made this one that it was her lane. Vic West extols the virtues of the partnership, saying, “And she delivered it perfectly, no doubt.”
In a single studio, the two are animated and performing to each other in a sweet and confident position, according to the visualizer, which was mastered by Kenyan director King Khassidy. The combination of the two conveys the kaleidoscopic sensation that a newly discovered romance catches one off guard.
“There are usually fantastic outcomes when working with Vic. When it comes to creating ideas and melodies for music, we’ve always clicked,” Teslah says. “I wrote the song in the most straightforward and adaptable way I could, and I’m sure my little cousins can join in.”
As evidenced by the overwhelming success of “Kuna Kuna,” Vic West’s viral smash that topped the charts for 13 weeks and received over 28 million views on YouTube, his beats are audacious, complex, and instantly identifiable on the dance floor. He is a master at creating hits and isn’t afraid to try new approaches to creating music that appeals to music fans. His enchantment permeates the beats of “Call Me,” as Teslah sings the song’s vision.
Their joint efforts are quite persuasive from a business standpoint. A solid understanding of the Kenyan music landscape is demonstrated by the high streaming numbers and video views that tracks featuring Vic West and Teslah receive. When Slido and Smokie Pasua work together, the public reacts enthusiastically, as evidenced by the 1M+ YouTube views for Men Can Lie and the viral success of Slido and Smokie Pasua (with many TikTok videos and fan-made challenges). This type of steady success not only thrills fans but also draws the interest of media outlets and marketers, suggesting that “Call Me” may receive exposure in Kenya and abroad. This collaboration between Vic West and Tesla has all the makings of a cross-border hit at a time when Kenyan music is becoming more and more popular around the world.
