Dantiti – “Big Big Tinz”

Dantiti steps into his moment with “Big Big Tinz,” a bold, feel-good anthem rooted in confidence, independence, and hard-earned belief. Nigerian-born and UK-based, the Afrofusion artist has built his journey across continents, cultures, and creative risks—founding his own label, shaping his sound on his own terms, and turning opportunity into momentum. We caught up with Dantiti to talk mindset, independence, and what success really means at this stage of his journey.

“Big Big Tinz” has such an infectious, optimistic energy. What mindset or moment in your life were you in when you wrote and recorded the track?

I would say it came from the feelings of higher expectations. While releasing my EP ‘Life Cycle of a Butterfly 2’ I needed a way to express myself about my expectations in the industry. It confirmed I was on the right path.

You’ve lived and created music across Nigeria, Ghana, and the UK. How have those different places shaped your sound and the way you approach Afrobeats and Afrofusion?

Growing up in Nigeria gave me that solid foundation into music. Moving to Ghana exposed me to lots of things as it’s the first country I ever lived. I moved back to Nigeria to start iDope Records before coming to the UK to complete a degree. The UK’s Afro-swing shaped my Afrofusion’s journey. Back then in Nigeria, I listened to the likes of B.Young and Not3s. Not knowing I was gonna end up in the UK too.

The beat for “Big Big Tinz” was originally made for Davido. When you heard it, what made you feel it was meant for you, and how did you make it your own?

I didn’t feel it was necessarily meant for me. The beat was originally made for Davido which he never used. I had to transform it into my own signature sound, showcasing my creativity, independence, and instinct for turning opportunities into defining moments.

You founded iDope Records to maintain independence and creative control. How has running your own label influenced your artistic freedom and long-term vision?

Independence, to me, means full creative control and accountability. As the founder of iDope Records, it allows me to make decisions that stay true to the vision—sound, timing, and message—without compromise. That freedom shaped this release by letting the music grow organically, reflect my authentic story, and represent the label’s values of originality, ownership, and long-term growth. Being independent also allows me to move at the right pace. I take the time to refine projects, collaborate with people who genuinely understand the vision, and ensure final products reflects the identity of iDope Records—bold, original, and rooted in purpose.

From rapping along to Notorious B.I.G. in Benin City to releasing music heard worldwide, how do you define success for yourself at this stage of your journey?

At this stage, success means growth with purpose. It’s about evolving from those early influences in Benin City into an artist with a clear voice, global reach, and ownership of my work. Beyond numbers, success is consistency, creative freedom, and building a legacy that inspires others to believe their beginnings don’t limit where they can go.

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