Jess ETA, the versatile singer, songwriter, and producer who has long been a cornerstone of the Abuja music scene, has released his latest single, “Collide.” Featuring the evocative vocals of Nyinee, the track offers a raw, unfiltered look at a relationship trapped in a repetitive cycle of falling apart and coming back together. It is a sonic exploration of the frustration, confusion, and magnetic pull that exists between two people who cannot seem to stay away from each other, despite the mounting emotional cost.
The song begins with Jesse Ekagbo, known professionally as Jess ETA, in a moment of solitary reflection, staring at a message he has read a hundred times. The lyrics detail the familiar sting of a partner who asks for time and presence, only to fail to show up. This narrative of broken promises and inconsistent energy sets the stage for a story about a love that is more a collection of frozen memories than a functioning reality. Jess ETA captures the weariness of someone who recognizes that the idealized version of his partner is trapped in his head, bearing little resemblance to the person who keeps letting him down.
The perspective shifts as Nyinee enters the fray, bringing a mirror to the confusion. She voices the frustration of being with someone who “sits on the fence,” providing affection during physical proximity—the collision—but remains emotionally unavailable when it matters most. Her verses highlight the paradox of the relationship: the undeniable chemistry when their “bodies collide” versus the insurmountable wall that prevents true connection. Together, they paint a vivid picture of two people who are equally exhausted by the cycle yet unwilling to break the loop.
“Collide” is available now on all major digital platforms.
