Tyler The Creator Samples Ngozi Family in Latest Song “NOID”
American rapper and producer Tyler The Creator has just released his latest track, “NOID,” from his highly anticipated album CHROMAKOPIA. Known for pushing boundaries and fusing genres, Tyler’s latest offering taps into Zambia’s rich musical history by sampling the iconic Zamrock classic “Nizaka Panga Ngozi” by the legendary Ngozi Family, led by Paul Ngozi.
Originally released in the late 1970s, “Nizaka Panga Ngozi” represents the hallmark fusion of psychedelic rock, funk, blues, and traditional Zambian rhythms that defined the Zamrock movement. By incorporating this influential sound into “NOID,” Tyler brings global attention to Zamrock and honors one of its most significant figures, Paul Dobson Nyirongo, better known as Paul Ngozi, who is credited as a songwriter on the track.
Track Details:
Title: NOID
Artist: Tyler The Creator
Sample: Nizaka Panga Ngozi by Ngozi Family
Album: CHROMAKOPIA
Theme: Genre-blending, Zamrock influence
This nod to Zambian music is not the first time Zamrock has been sampled by global stars, as Tyler joins other artists like Travis Scott in embracing the unique sound. With “NOID,” Tyler continues to push the boundaries of modern hip-hop while paying tribute to Zambia’s influential yet often overlooked musical legacy.
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