Somval – Onochie Global Mbem
Somval - Onochie Global Mbem
Somval – Onochie Global Mbem
Talented highlife singer Somval returns with another culturally rich and melodious track titled “Onochie Global Mbem.”
Known for his ability to blend traditional Igbo sounds with modern instrumentation, Somval once again showcases his artistry by creating a piece that both entertains and celebrates Igbo cultural identity.
“Onochie Global Mbem” is a traditional-inspired Igbo highlife song crafted with rhythmic percussions, talking drums, and melodious guitar progressions that highlight the beauty of indigenous music. The track is deeply rooted in praise-singing, a key element of Igbo highlife, where personalities, values, and communal achievements are honored through music.
Somval, with his distinctive vocal delivery, narrates stories, calls names, and praises notable individuals in a way that connects emotionally with the audience, especially lovers of authentic Igbo music.
The song embodies the Igbo mbem tradition, a musical storytelling style where performers use song as a medium to pass across cultural messages, pay homage, and strengthen communal bonds. With “Onochie Global Mbem,” Somval continues this lineage by keeping the cultural practice alive for the younger generation while also modernizing the sound for wider appeal.
It represents not just entertainment but also heritage preservation, respect for tradition, and recognition of social structures within the Igbo community.
At its core, “Onochie Global Mbem” is about honor and recognition. Through the lyrics, Somval acknowledges and praises Onochie Global, highlighting values of success, community support, and leadership. The song reminds listeners of the importance of celebrating people while they are alive, a hallmark of Igbo praise tradition.
With “Onochie Global Mbem,” Somval reaffirms his place as a custodian of Igbo highlife music. The track is more than just a song—it is a celebration of culture, heritage, and identity. In staying true to the Igbo tradition of mbem, Somval balances storytelling, rhythm, and praise-singing to create an engaging masterpiece that keeps indigenous music alive in the modern era.
