Gita Buhari: A Voice of Power, Pain, and Poetic Resistance

In a world where music often serves as both mirror and movement, Gita Buhari stands tall as a fiercely expressive Dutch-Ghanaian artist redefining what it means to tell your truth. She first caught public attention with her 2018 breakout single "Mariama", a haunting collaboration with Arjuna Vlasblom. This track laid the emotional and sonic foundation for her acclaimed debut EP Queen of Nothing (2020).

Queen of Nothing: Dreamy Yet Defiant

"Queen of Nothing" combines soft, dreamy guitar tones with sharp electronic percussion, painting a sonic landscape that feels both vulnerable and commanding. The EP quickly drew critical acclaim, receiving attention from tastemakers like 3FM, ELLE, and Vogue. But beneath the ethereal sound lies a fierce exploration of womanhood, emotional trauma, and bicultural identity.

Tracks like "Anger" serve as raw responses to societal unrest and movements like #MeToo, while "Broken Woman Blues" dives into the pain of toxic relationships, portraying Gita’s knack for turning personal wounds into communal healing.

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Blood Lily: Blooming in Vulnerability

Her most recent EP, Blood Lily (2022), continues her evolution as an artist who isn’t afraid to show her scars. With an immersive live audiovisual show at venues like Paradiso and BIRD, Gita created an emotional world where music, visuals, and vulnerability collide.

A Storyteller for the Times

Gita Buhari’s music is more than a collection of songs—it's a deeply personal dialogue with the world. Whether confronting social injustice or embracing her multicultural roots, she crafts her narratives with raw honesty and powerful storytelling. Her continued collaborations with other artists only expand the depth and reach of her message.

As she builds her discography, Gita Buhari is not just making music; she’s making space—for emotion, for truth, and for voices that too often go unheard.

A Performer with Purpose

More than just a studio artist, Gita Buhari’s live performances are an extension of her activism and artistry. She has performed at notable festivals such as Grasnapolski, Motel Mozaique, and Valkhof, using each stage to make a statement. Her soul-stirring renditions of protest songs like "Strange Fruit" breathe new life into the conversation around racial discrimination, proving that her voice carries not just melody, but meaning.