Tanzanian Bongo Flava artiste Simba Evara collaborates with fast rising star Cheni Boy on a relationship-themed release named “Hanitaki”.
Simba Evara has put out a very feature-rich catalog. He features often on songs like “Only You,” “Mbawa,” and “Naapa” on his Apple Music site, suggesting that he’s carved out a particular name, as a go-to collaborator in Tanzania’s Bongo Flava scene. “Hanitaki” reverses it a little. This time around, Simba Evara leads the record himself, bringing in Cheni Boy as the featured voice instead of vise versa.
The title is roughly translated to “She Doesn’t Want Me” in Swahili and the song is a straight hit on the sting of romantic rejection. Produced by Professor and published September 11, 2026. The lyrics are filled with heartbreak, disappointment and the difficulty of moving forward when a relationship falls apart, giving the track a distinct emotional journey rather than just abstract grief. The production leans into a lyrical Bongo Flava sound that is meant for introspection rather than the dancefloor.
The tune officially dropped after Simba Evara created buzz for the song with social media teasers, creating genuine expectation among his existing following.
Listen to “Simba Evara – Hanitaki ft. Cheni Boy” and let us know what you think below!
Discussion