When Mr Eazi and King Promise released “That Way,” they approached a familiar global melody with restraint and intent. Drawing from the emotional core of a Backstreet Boys classic, the duo translated late 90s pop sentiment into a contemporary Afropop language that feels grounded and current. The song arrives as a conversation between eras, guided by tone, rhythm, and cultural fluency rather than nostalgia.
Mr Eazi’s role as a curator of sound is clear in the production choices. The track adopts a softened tempo and layered percussion that places groove ahead of spectacle. The melody carries a sense of intimacy, allowing listeners to recognize the original influence while engaging with something entirely recontextualized. This approach reflects Mr Eazi’s long-standing interest in cross-continental musical dialogue built on respect and clarity.
King Promise brings vocal precision and emotional steadiness to the record. His delivery centers the song in warmth and control, translating the longing embedded in the original into a modern romantic narrative. The phrasing feels deliberate, shaped by R&B discipline and Ghanaian pop sensibility. His presence ensures the song holds emotional weight without excess.
“That Way” succeeds because it understands adaptation as interpretation, not replication. The record does not rely on obvious callbacks or heavy sampling. Instead, it absorbs the essence of the source material and allows African rhythm and phrasing to lead the experience. This method positions the song within a growing movement of African artists engaging global pop history on their own terms.
With “That Way,” Mr Eazi and King Promise demonstrate how African pop continues to expand its global vocabulary. The track reflects confidence, maturity, and cultural authorship. It stands as a quiet statement on how familiar music can be reshaped through perspective, proving that reinvention thrives when artists lead with intention and craft.
