Kizz Daniel shares the deep bond he had with his late father, revealing how the loss inspired his emotional tribute song ‘Al-Jannah’

Kizz Daniel shares the heartfelt inspiration behind his emotional song Al-Jannah, describing the close bond he had with his late father and the deep personal losses that shaped the track.

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The Nigerian singer and songwriter, born Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe, opened up during a recent podcast interview where he reflected on his father’s enduring influence on his life and music.

Speaking candidly, Kizz Daniel said, “When my dad was alive, he was my best friend.” That close relationship, he explained, has remained a powerful force in his creative journey.

His father passed away on the 9th of May 2015, just days after the singer’s 21st birthday—a loss that left an indelible mark.

The song Al-Jannah, which means “paradise” in Arabic, serves as a tribute to all the loved ones he has lost. “We’ve lost people in the past. We lost our son in 2021;

I lost my dad in 2015; my wife lost her mum in 2024; I lost my step-mum. We lost a whole lot of people,” he revealed during the emotional interview.

Far from being a single dedication, Al-Jannah is a collective tribute. “I wanted to make a song for everyone, not just one person.

It’s about our loved ones we have lost in this journey of life. I think I was able to accomplish that by using the word ‘friend’ in the song,” Kizz Daniel explained.

This introspective side of the Lemon Chase EP adds another layer to his already diverse musical style. Known for his smooth vocals and lyrical depth, the Uncle K crooner continues to evolve both as an artist and storyteller.

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Fans have praised Al-Jannah for its emotional resonance and its capacity to speak to shared human experiences of love, grief, and remembrance. As Kizz Daniel keeps pushing musical boundaries, this track stands out as one of his most personal works to date.