5 Songs I Love w/ Der Oscar Effekt
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Following the release of his latest album three stone fireside, vol. 1, Flex caught up with Der Oscar Effekt to discover what influences his unique sound, blending Afrofusion, Makossa, Bikutsi, African folk, and hip-hop. If you enjoy Der Oscar Effekt's picks, be sure to check out three stone fireside, vol. 1 at the end of the article.
Jovi – “Mboko God (Reality) feat Reniss”
Jovi is, to me, one of the most influential and complete hip hop artists—not just in Cameroon, but across Africa and beyond. He embodies artistic expression from A to Z: producing, writing, mixing, and mastering his own records. His ability to fuse English, French, pigin English and Camfranglais while keeping his sound unapologetically Cameroonian is unmatched. “Mboko God (Reality)” captures the essence of his genius — the message, the production, the delivery. It’s raw, powerful, and deeply cultural. One of my all-time favourites.
Brymo – “Money Launderers and Heart Breakers”
Brymo is one of the finest lyricists to ever do it. His storytelling is vivid and his voice carries weight. This song transports me somewhere else entirely — a space where ambition and self-belief meet. The line “All we do is win, we’re grinding when you sleep” always fires me up. Brymo makes music that stands the test of time.
J. Cole – “Love Yourz”
The love I have for this song can’t be overstated. I actually have the quote “No such thing as a life that’s better than yours – love yourz” framed in my living room. For me, this is one of J. Cole’s best songs ever — simple but profound. It’s a reminder to stay grounded and grateful, a message that perfectly mirrors the philosophy I try to live by.
Petit Pays – “Fais-moi câlin”
Petit Pays is a living legend of Cameroonian music — a visionary who was always ahead of his time. He broke norms and expanded the sound of an entire generation. “Fais-moi câlin” is one of those timeless love songs that every Cameroonian can feel in their bones. It’s nostalgic, tender, and deeply rooted in the rhythms I grew up with.
Odumodublvck – “Dog Eat Dog II”
Loud, bold, creative — Odumodublvck is pure energy. His delivery and originality stand out in a space that can often feel repetitive. “Dog Eat Dog II” is that kind of track that instantly lifts your mood. You can feel his confidence and defiance in every line. It reminds me that being different is power.
Listen to three stone fireside, vol. 1:
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