His sound, which he calls "Mélo," is a fusion of Congolese rumba, evangelic church harmonies, and modern hip-hop and R&B.
Lyrics that question the validity of words spoken by others ("everything we said was just words").
Putting "the clocks on time" (a French idiom for setting things straight) after years of waiting for his moment. Tiakola: No Borders, No Limits - Deeds Magazine Tiakola - 1ntrop
Tiakola describes his journey not just as a career move, but as a "dream story" where he warns listeners not to take things too seriously while he plunges them into his own reality.
(often stylized as "1ntrop") is the opening track of Tiakola's debut solo album, Mélo , released on May 27, 2022. It serves as a personal manifesto that bridges his past as a group member with his future as a solo "cultural architect". The Narrative of "1ntro'p" His sound, which he calls "Mélo," is a
He reflects on the "sharks" and errors he sees around him in the industry—people who believe certain things are easily forgotten, while he remains observant.
The story behind the music is heavily influenced by Tiakola's background: Tiakola: No Borders, No Limits - Deeds Magazine
Born in the same hospital as Kylian Mbappé, Tiakola grew up in the "Cité des 4000" housing project in La Courneuve.