Ebne Hakim's "Asiyo" is a Global Dance Floor Anthem

By Dagmawit Zerihun
Published on 11/14/25

Ebne Hakim has done it again, but this time, he’s delivered a track that’s impossible to sit still for. His new single, "Asiyo," is a masterful piece of "Ethio-Fusion" that takes the very best of Ethiopian musical heritage and rockets it onto the world stage.

 
What makes "Asiyo" an instant classic is its truly innovative beat. Ebne Hakim fearlessly mashes up the vibrant, high-energy rhythm of a Wolaita beat with the intoxicating sway of a Brazilian beat, creating a groove that is both familiar and utterly new. It's an explosion of sound that demands you move. The song is undeniably catchy, a high-octane celebration of culture and rhythm. The accompanying dance moves are already lighting up screens, proving that when the music is this good, the moves just flow. Everything about this track the rhythm, the vocals, the feel is simply perfect.

 
For those who have been following his journey, "Asiyo" is the exciting next chapter in Ebne Hakim's story. He first captured attention with his acclaimed debut EP, Brana, featuring fan favorites like “Tsegaye” and “Qal Becha." That project established his signature style: a soulful blend of traditional Ethiopian scales with alternative R&B and Pop a sound he proudly calls Ethio-Fusion.


With "Asiyo," Ebne Hakim continues to define his visionary approach, proving he is a true musical architect who can bridge traditional Ethiopian motifs with global sounds. This is more than just a new song; it's a vibrant, pulsating statement that Ethiopian music is a source of boundless global inspiration.