In a bold act of reclaiming her power, gender-defying lyricist, Hanna, pens an open letter to a past lover with affirmation of healing and self-respect in the face of heartache with her new single, “Pride”, ahead of her upcoming EP.

Stream “Pride” here: https://Platoon.lnk.to/pride

Doused in a fusion of pop sensibilities, “Pride” lays smooth R&B melodies over an amapiano-coded hip hop bounce featuring a flute and an old-school rap outro. This modern adaptation of blues sonics swings away from the typical nuance of heartbreak music and fuels an element of dance to the listening experience.

Lyrically, Hanna shares that “Pride” is “A relatable but petty open letter to past lovers that was inspired by a relationship gone wrong and lays bare the frustration of being taken for granted. It paints pride not as a taboo trait to be avoided but rather as a marker of self-respect and a protector against heartache and humiliation.”

There comes a time to swallow one’s pride for the sake of keeping peace and a time to voice out discrepancies for the sake of your dignity; Hanna’s “Pride” reminds us to draw the line, even with our love interests. Be sure to request “Pride” from your favourite radio stations and connect with Hanna on social media for more music news.

About Hanna 

Zimbabwean-Ethiopian lyricist Hanna Kuruneri is a trailblazing, gender-defying force in South Africa’s rap revolution. Bursting onto the scene at the University of Cape Town, Hanna captivated audiences continent wide through her triumphs in Mr Eazi’s #emPawa100 and Nasty C’s “Lift As You Rise” talent searches. Nominated for Best Female at the South African Hip-Hop Awards for her debut mixtape, “The Girl in The Durag,” Hanna went on to electrify Rocking the Daisies in 2022 and 2023. Now, armed with industry honours and boundless creativity, she embarks on an era-defining musical journey.
 

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