Elijah Kitaka is keeping the momentum going with the release of a brand-new music video for his latest single, “Rita.”
The vibrant visual accompanies a song built around love, genuine connection and the story of that one person who somehow stands apart from everyone else.
“Rita” combines Kitaka’s warm vocals with soulful storytelling, infectious African rhythms and contemporary Afrobeat production, creating a sound that feels equally at home on the dance floor, on radio and in more intimate settings.
Kitaka’s vocal delivery remains one of the song’s defining features. His smooth voice rides over rich percussion and groove-driven production, giving the track an easy, rhythmic quality without losing its emotional core.
There is also a strong connection to Kitaka’s identity as a drummer. The musician incorporates rhythmic elements inspired by Uganda’s rich musical heritage while placing them inside a modern production framework.
That balance gives “Rita” its distinctly East African character while keeping the song accessible to listeners beyond the region.
The new visual adds another layer to the release, bringing the energy of “Rita” into a vibrant music-video setting and giving audiences a visual counterpart to the song’s themes of love and connection.
For Kitaka, the release represents another step in an evolving artistic journey. His ability to connect his musical roots with contemporary sounds continues to shape his identity as part of a new generation of Ugandan creators exploring the wider possibilities of African music.
With its emotive vocals, rhythmic foundation and contemporary Afrobeat influence, “Rita” adds another energetic chapter to Kitaka’s growing body of work.