Emtee is putting the spotlight firmly back on the music.
The award-winning rapper has revealed that he is stepping away from interviews until he completes his long-awaited album Nairobi, making it clear that finishing the project is currently his biggest priority.
Taking to X on Saturday morning, the Roll Up hitmaker kept his message short and direct: “I’m not doing interviews till Nairobi the album is done.”
The announcement immediately sparked excitement among fans, many of whom took it as a sign that the highly anticipated project could be moving closer to completion.
Emtee chooses the studio over the spotlight
Rather than continuing with media appearances and the demands that come with being in the public eye, Emtee appears determined to block out distractions and concentrate on the creative process.
The reaction from fans was largely positive, with supporters encouraging the rapper to stay focused and deliver the music they have been waiting for.
For an artist whose career has often been closely followed both inside and outside the studio, the decision represents a deliberate shift in priorities: less talking, more recording.
‘Nairobi’ continues Emtee’s family tradition
The upcoming album also carries a deeply personal connection for Emtee.
The project is named after his daughter, continuing a tradition established with previous albums. His 2015 debut Avery was named after his first son, while Logan, released in 2021, paid tribute to his second child.
Nairobi, announced several years ago, follows the same family-centred approach and is dedicated to his daughter, who was born in 2023.
A project that has taken time
Fans have been waiting for Nairobi for some time, with the album going through delays as Emtee worked on other music and releases.
The rapper has previously indicated that the project will explore a broader musical palette. He has spoken about incorporating live instrumentation, including keys, drums and choral elements, suggesting that the album could showcase a side of his artistry beyond the trap sound that has become synonymous with his career.
Emtee has also previously described Nairobi as potentially being among his strongest bodies of work.
That ambition may help explain his latest decision to temporarily step away from interviews.
‘Nairobi’ mode is officially on
With Emtee now choosing to prioritise completing the album, fans will be watching closely for the next major update.
There is no need for another interview if the music itself is what everyone is waiting for.
For now, Emtee’s message is simple: the conversations can wait — Nairobi comes first.
