Global R&B superstar Ciara in a recent Instagram video that has since gone viral, was seen learning Swahili from Tanzania’s Diamond Platnumz—her collaborator on the newly released track Low.
The clip, equal parts playful and promotional, has set the internet buzzing as fans celebrate this cross-continental union of music and culture.
“Ya’ll, @DiamondPlatnumz taught me how to speak Swahili at rehearsals!! How did I do?” Ciara captioned the post, drawing thousands of comments within minutes. The short video shows Diamond patiently guiding her through common Swahili words and phrases while the two laugh and practice together.
What could easily have been a behind-the-scenes rehearsal moment turned into a global celebration of language, culture, and connection.
The Swahili lesson coincides with the release of Ciara’s deluxe edition of her album CiCi, which features Low, an anticipated collaboration with Diamond Platnumz. The track is a fusion of Ciara’s signature R&B grooves with Diamond’s Bongo Flava rhythm, creating an irresistible soundscape that appeals to fans across continents.
In interviews, Ciara has praised Diamond for his artistry and authenticity, calling him “so dope” and crediting him with bringing “so much energy and originality” to the song. The admiration is mutual—Diamond has often spoken about the importance of showcasing African music globally, and working with an international superstar like Ciara only adds to his already impressive catalog of cross-border collaborations.
On YouTube, the official audio has already begun racking up hundreds of thousands of views, while snippets of the song shared on TikTok are finding traction with dance challenges and lip-sync trends.
With Ciara’s knack for choreography and Diamond’s stage presence, fans are now eagerly waiting for a music video, which is expected to feature high-energy dance and vibrant African-inspired visuals.
Diamond Platnumz is no stranger to big features. Over the years, he has worked with artists like Ne-Yo, Rick Ross, Alicia Keys, and French Montana, steadily building a reputation as a cultural bridge between Africa and the rest of the world. His ability to blend East African rhythms with mainstream sounds has made him one of the most recognized African artists global