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Ola has always been a fan of Sokah2Soca, and when he dropped T.L.Y. (Trinidad Loves You), I was intrigued and pressed play immediately. It is never too late to post new music and we are thankful that we took time to post this song. From the start, the sound of the steelpan took you to the Caribbean and then there was a time capsule segment of music. The introduction was superb; kudos to the producer for creating a time capsule style of music that took us back to the golden age of calypso while seamlessly and effortlessly transitioning us into the pulse of modern-day Soca. It is musically sound and a love letter to our beloved nation. Ola bridged the gap between generations from vintage to contemporary and his energy just drives the vibe into our musical souls... we love this song!
We are not familiar with the producer and his name, like his music, is a breath of fresh musical air. The production is energetic and smooth and bridges eras without losing the soul and vibe of our music. Everything feels solid about this production; it is crisp, nostalgic and forward-moving, all at once... it is head-spinning and sweet. We applaud Mouttet for this musical work.
Then we have the man, Olatunji; he is full of energy and amplifies the vibe: he delivers, he radiates joy, and he draws you in with his unmistakable Trini energy. "I love you" and "fall in love with me," sung by Olatunji, resonate like a mantra for the twin-island republic. If I can sum it up for you, this is my take: Yes, it is a song with a vibe and music that will make you dance, but more importantly, it is a celebration of our culture, the rhythm of the nation, and the kind of love Trinis share with the world.
If you are here with me, thank you for reading. Whether you’re whining at home, vibing in front of your computer, in the streets or from afar, “T.L.Y.” reminds us why we fall in love with Trinidad over and over again. Carnival 2026 just got its anthem.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: T.L.Y (Trinidad Love You)
Artist/Performed by: Olatunji
Written by Mouttet & Olatunji
Produced, Mixed & Mastered by Mouttet
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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