In the bustling heart of Belfast, a city known more for its complex history than its music scene, Jordan Adetunji sat in his childhood bedroom, fingers hovering over his laptop’s keyboard. Little did he know that hitting ‘upload’ on his latest track would catapult him into the spotlight, igniting a viral phenomenon that would catch the attention of millions – including the very artist who inspired it all.

“I was proper nervous, like,” Adetunji chuckles, his Belfast accent softening the edges of his words. “You never know how folks’ll take it when you name a tune after someone famous, do you? But sometimes you’ve just got to take a leap, innit?”

That leap of faith was “Kehlani,” a song that pays homage to the American R&B star while showcasing Adetunji’s unique blend of soulful vocals and infectious beats. The track, which he casually uploaded without any marketing push, spread like wildfire across social media platforms, racking up millions of streams and catching the ear of music industry heavyweights.

“It’s mad, really,” Adetunji muses, shaking his head in disbelief. “One minute I’m in me room, the next I’m chatting with Kehlani herself about a remix. Life’s funny like that, ain’t it?”

Born to Nigerian parents in Northern Ireland, Adetunji’s journey is as unexpected as his viral hit. Growing up, he straddled two worlds – the close-knit Nigerian community that celebrated his heritage and the streets of Belfast that shaped his accent and outlook.

“Me da always had Fela Kuti or King Sunny Adé playing in the house,” he reminisces, a fond smile playing on his lips. “But then I’d be out with me mates, and it was all about grime and hip-hop. I reckon that’s where my sound comes from – it’s a bit of everything, like.”

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This fusion of influences is evident in “Kehlani,” a track that defies easy categorization. It’s this unique quality that caught the attention of Kehlani herself, leading to a remix collaboration that Adetunji still can’t quite believe happened.

“When I got the message about the remix, I thought someone was having me on,” he laughs, running a hand through his hair. “Had to pinch meself, like. But there she was, proper excited about the tune. Mad, absolutely mad.”

As Adetunji’s star continues to rise, he remains grounded, crediting his upbringing for keeping him level-headed. “Me mam would clip me round the ear if I started getting too big for me boots,” he grins. “Not that I would, mind. I’m just a lad from Belfast who loves making music. Everything else is just… extra, like.”

With his viral hit opening doors and his remix with Kehlani, Jordan Adetunji stands at the precipice of what could be a remarkable career. But for now, he’s taking it all in stride, one day at a time.

“Who knows what’s next?” he shrugs, a twinkle in his eye. “I’m just gonna keep making tunes and see where it takes me. After all, if a wee song about Kehlani can do all this, sky’s the limit, innit?”