Olivier Cheuwa’s Lovely Day Is The Perfect Feelgood Summer Soundtrack

Olivier Cheuwa is no stranger to creating music that moves both the heart and the feet, but with Lovely Day he has crafted a project that feels like pure sunlight. The Cameroonian-born artist, celebrated for his velvet-smooth vocals and emotive songwriting, blends Afrobeat rhythms with soulful textures to create an EP that is both joyful and sincere. Across six tracks, he radiates gratitude, love and optimism, inviting listeners into a space where positivity feels natural and unforced.

The title track sees Cheuwa reimagine Bill Withers’ iconic “Lovely Day” with vibrant percussion, a gentle Afrobeat pulse and layered harmonies that make the classic feel fresh again. It is the kind of cover that honours the original while confidently putting his own stamp on it. Rather than chasing nostalgia, Cheuwa uses the song as a statement of intent for the rest of the record. This is not just about looking back, it is about celebrating the present moment.

“Special Love” is arguably the emotional centrepiece of the EP. Built on breezy guitar licks, warm bass lines and a rhythmic swing, the track is a celebration of romantic devotion. The lyrics are straightforward but endearing, with Cheuwa singing “From Lagos to Joburg to make you be mine” and “From morning till night na you dey my mind.” The blend of English and pidgin gives it a global feel, while the chorus repetition of “Your love so special” ensures it stays in your head after the first listen. This is music that wears its heart proudly on its sleeve.

Other tracks on Lovely Day continue to balance infectious grooves with a sense of intimacy. Cheuwa’s ability to fuse R&B smoothness with African rhythms gives the project an international reach without losing its grounding in personal storytelling. Each song feels carefully arranged to let the vocals shine, with instrumentation that supports rather than overshadows. The result is a sound that is warm, polished and deeply inviting.

What makes Lovely Day stand out is the sincerity running through every note. Cheuwa has been on a long musical journey, from his early days in church choirs to earning all four chair turns on The Voice of Switzerland, and that experience shows in the confidence of his delivery. There is no sense of chasing trends here. Instead, the EP feels like a natural extension of who he is as an artist and as a person.

By the time the record ends, you are left with a feeling of calm and happiness, the same feeling that comes from spending time with someone who truly enjoys life. Lovely Day is more than just an EP. It is a mood, a reminder that joy can be found in both the little things and the big moments. For fans of Afropop, soul and honest songwriting, this is a project worth keeping in rotation.