Name: Kabba Abdulah Sesay
Stage Name: ApreeL
Born: April 1997, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Genre: Afrobeats
Label: Signed to Eminence Record Label
ApreeL is one of the most promising Sierra Leonean acts right now. Born in April 1997 into a large extended family in Freetown, he showed musical talent from a young age and has been building momentum ever since.
He continues to drop back-to-back hit singles that stick. From “Owey” to “Sweet Miliki” to “E Fine”, ApreeL has found a formula that works: smooth melodies, Krio language, and themes pulled straight from everyday life.
“Sweet Miliki” feels like a heartfelt tribute to local culture. The track blends romantic affection with swagger and a playful, conversational tone that sounds like local street talk. It’s that mix of charm and relatability that keeps fans hitting replay.
What sets ApreeL apart is his sound. He often weaves in local grooves, rhythms, and language so his music connects deeply at home, not just abroad. His songs pull from Krio slang, Salone sensibilities on love and relationships, and rhythmic patterns influenced by bubu and Afrobeat. The result is music that feels uniquely Sierra Leonean, while still moving on the global Afrobeats wave.
Signed to Eminence Record Label, ApreeL is proving that Salone artists can make hits that travel.