Rwandan R&B and Afro-fusion singer Kevin Kade is celebrating a major moment with his new song, “So Close,” which is gaining strong attention online.
The official music video premiered on September 11, 2026, and has already passed 1.3 million views on YouTube in just a few days. The song is also gaining attention among fans of Rwandan and African music.
“So Close” brings together a strong team of music and video professionals. The beat was produced by ELEMENT EleéeH, one of Rwanda’s well-known music producers. The music video was directed by Kingsley & KAIRO, while Ben Aitar worked on the color grading and Mr Government handled the styling.
Rwandan model Imbriannakey also appears in the video, adding to its visual story.
Kevin Kade, whose real name is Richard Ngabo, is known for mixing R&B with African sounds. In “So Close,” he delivers smooth vocals over a catchy beat, giving the song a romantic and easy-to-listen-to feel.
The release has added another strong entry to Kevin Kade’s 2026 music catalog. Its fast rise on YouTube also gives the song a growing audience beyond its first listeners in Rwanda.
For Kevin Kade, “So Close” brings together his voice, ELEMENT EleéeH’s production and a carefully made visual project. The response to the video shows that the song is finding a wider audience as it continues to collect views.
The official “So Close” music video is available on Kevin Kade’s YouTube channel.
