“This Isaka (6am) – In Beirut” is a genre-bending piece that showcases a sonic dawn – equally cinematic and soulful, encompassed by Afro-fusion elements with the emotional depth of contemporary Amapiano. This track, a collaboration between Ciza, Friends, and Thukuthela, is more than just music—it’s a moment frozen in sound: soft, distant, and emotionally charged.

CIZA recently featured on ISAKA’s 6AM alongside Jazzworx and Thukuthela.

From the beginning, Isaka establishes a tone of calm and expectation – the sort of calmness one experiences just before the sun rises over a tranquil metropolis. The production is rich in atmosphere, featuring delicate piano keys, slow-build synths, echoing pads, and minimal yet deeply rooted percussion. Standing in Beirut at dawn creates a sense of both space and weight, as if you’re observing light gradually seeping into historic streets filled with beauty and untold stories.

The track features Ciza delivering a profoundly personal, almost meditative vocal rendition. His delivery comes across as smooth and introspective rather than being loudly or rigidly presented. He’s conveying his emotions honestly, relying heavily on his tone and mood to get his point across. A sense of longing is evident in his voice, accompanied by a quiet determination.

Thukuthela and his friends construct a musical environment around him with careful attention to detail. The groove is slow and controlled, ideal for early morning contemplation or unwinding after an intense emotional experience. It’s Amapiano, characterised by a more ambient, spiritual quality, with jazz-like interludes and Afro-soul undertones that transport you smoothly through the sonic landscape.

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