Vanessa Désiré unveils “Ou tap ri’m”: an anthem to self-love on Amapiano rhythms

A little over four months after setting the charts on fire with "Full Package," Haitian singer and rapper Vanessa Désiré is back. She unveils the long-awaited music video for her new track, "Ou tap ri’m" — a song poised to define the summer with its vibrant colors and profound message.

A colorful universe with African influences
On March 20, the artist uploaded the video version of this single to her YouTube channel. From the very first seconds, viewers are immersed in an ultra-colorful world where pop aesthetics blend with strong cultural elements. The video features flags from various countries, creating a festive, open-to-the-world atmosphere that perfectly complements the music.

Sonically, Vanessa Désiré pleasantly surprises by embracing the Amapiano sound — a genre straight from South Africa that is enjoying global success. This fusion between the artist’s Caribbean roots and African rhythms is summed up by a striking phrase accompanying the release: "Where the drums of Haiti meet the soul of Africa." The result is a warm, infectious energy, ideal for dancing while also reflecting.

"Menm siw renmen l, sonje renmen tèt pa w avan" — "Even if you love them, remember to love yourself first"
Though the track has all the makings of a summer hit, don’t be fooled by its danceable rhythm alone. "Ou tap ri’m" (Haitian Creole for "You were mocking me") carries a message of resilience and a warning. As highlighted in an analysis by Le National, the song presents itself as "a beautiful comeback in the form of advice."

Beyond a simple tale of disappointed love, Vanessa Désiré conveys a universal life lesson. The heart of the message lies in this maxim from the lyrics:

"Menm siw renmen l, sonje renmen tèt pa w avan."
("Even if you love them, remember to love yourself first.")

This advice follows in the footsteps of her previous single "Full Package," in which the artist already championed the importance of loving oneself above all else. With this track, Vanessa Désiré establishes herself as a voice that skillfully balances the pleasures of contemporary music with meaningful lyrics, urging her audience to keep their hearts "solid and rational" in the face of romantic trials.

A valuable addition to "Full Package"
"Ou tap ri’m" didn’t come out of nowhere. The track is an integral part of her latest album, "Full Package," released on November 12, 2025, which contains 13 songs. On this opus, Vanessa explores different facets of world music, and this single is already emerging as a fan favorite, alongside other gems like "Vakabon" and "Brize m."

With this new video, Vanessa Désiré continues to pave her way toward international acclaim, deftly navigating between Creole, French, and English-speaking audiences, and establishing herself as one of the most promising female artists of her generation.