Jahari Chi, whose birth name ìs Terron Azille, is a singer/songwriter who is passionate about the music he creates. Jahari has behind his name the single tune “Two Cents”, which was written and released in 2021. This year, he has answered the call for more, and so he is preparing to release his second music video single entitled “I Really Want to Make It”.
The audio has been already released, but the release of “I Really Want to Make It,” as a music video, will take place on Friday, 18th March, at Anguilla Salts and Sands, at 7:00 p.m. It will be then launched on Youtube on Wednesday, 23rd March.
Jahari spoke to The Anguillian concerning this new project: “I have a few songs that I have been working on, and I plan to release them all as singles,” he explained. “I am shying away from albums right now. I am learning the ropes in the field of production, and I have leant that singles are more in demand. They are more profitable.”
“With each project, I learn something new,” he said. “This new song, ‘I Really Wanna Make It’, was actually written and recorded in Barbados last year.There I met a producer who quickly became my friend, and a Bajan young lady, by the name of Rhesa Garnes, did the background vocals. The song itself speaks to the social ills of this world, and our struggles which are required to overcome them.”
When asked what was the genre of this new single, Jahira briskly answered, “Reggae with a mix of Afro pop. The music that I enjoy comes in various types such as reggae, soca, and calypso, but the calypso must have meaningful lyrics. I do love some hip-hop and rap music as well.”
Asked what can be expected at the video release at Anguilla Salts and Sands on Friday, 18th March, Jahari promised: “South Hill will come alive with a music video party that evening. Guest performers will include Deanna Mussington, Jan Carlos and Dennis Warrington, as well as DJ Dirty Mat.”
He explained that in regards to his own performing name, “Jahari Chi”, that while “Jahari” is an African name meaning young, strong and powerful, “Chi” is an Asian word which means light force. He noted that when it all comes together it creates the connotation of a “young, strong, powerful light force”.
Jahari was asked if there we any financial supporters or sponsors who have contributed to his production. “No, I did it all out of my own pocket,” he answered. “However, in terms of moral and technical support, I want to thank Omari Banks who has assisted me from the onset. I also wish to thank Darius James, Dennis Warrington and Omar Tomlinson of the Anguilla Music Academy. In addition, I want to express my sincere appreciation to Josweek Heyliger of Anguiila Salts and Sands for providing me with such a fine venue for Friday evening’s release.
By profession, Terron Azille is a teacher. He teaches Sixth Grade at The Valley Primary School.
