The answer is yeah, and it goes hard.

Zo Flame’s EN PÉTARD illustrates how multilingual performance and cross regional influences can be synthesized into a cohesive and original musical identity. The rapper combines Senegalese and French language, seamlessly creating a sound that feels international and authentic. The music video has an energy that makes you want to jump in and dance with his crew; and honestly, if you didn’t know the song’s origin, you would think it was filmed in New York instead of Senegal.

The title translates to “fired up,” which perfectly captures the intensity of the track. Zo Flame’s lyrics match his energy, repeating that he is “hot, hot, hot,” reinforcing his sense of career momentum and confidence throughout the song. The production is especially strong, with earthy percussion running underneath heavy drill and bass. This contrast gives the track a unique atmosphere, making it feel raw but polished, aggressive but fun. It serves as a workout song, a hype song, and a trap anthem all at once.

This track feels like a gateway, introducing listeners to new sounds they might have never explored otherwise. Zo Flame shows us that drill music is no longer tied to one region; it’s evolved through different languages, rhythms, and cultural styles. If you like American drill, you might be surprised by how much you enjoy Senegalese music too. 

Overall, EN PÉTARD shows that the drill genre has moved far beyond its local roots. Zo Flame keeps the core energy of the sound but reshapes it through Senegalese and French influences. He is creating something familiar yet entirely new, which is what makes his rise and presence in the hip hop community so powerful. It’s not just a song, it’s proof that music can travel, transform, and come back reinvented.

— Leila AJ. Battiste