Nadeem Din-Gabisi – I Land

Nadeem Din-Gabisi’s latest single, I Land, marks a poignant and thought-provoking debut with Moshi Moshi Records. The track confronts the complex realities of immigrant experiences, weaving personal reflections with broader historical contexts.

Lyrically, I Land delves into the ambivalence felt by immigrants toward England, informed by stories from Nadeem’s mother, close family, and the Windrush Generation. It juxtaposes these narratives with a striking historical imagination: the haunting decision faced by enslaved Africans aboard ships, weighing the desperation of escape through death against the resilience to live, survive, and lay claim to a new land.

The song embodies both defiance and vulnerability, exploring the enduring struggle to belong in a space where belonging is questioned. Its themes resonate deeply with the experience of second and third-generation immigrants, who inherit the challenges of integration while reclaiming their right to the land they inhabit.

Musically, I Land fuses the spoken-word cadence of poetry with hypnotic instrumentation, drawing the listener into its reflective atmosphere. Nadeem’s delivery is equal parts raw and commanding, ensuring that every word lands with precision and weight. His artistry offers a layered and deeply introspective lens on survival, legacy, and home.