Saifond continues to push the boundaries of Guinean music. With “KALI,” a standout track from his album Holo Horema, featuring acclaimed singer Djelykaba Bintou, the artist has achieved a remarkable breakthrough, taking the music video to No. 1 on YouTube’s trending charts in France for several days, before remaining in the Top 10 for nearly a week. The performance further highlights Saifond’s growing reach beyond Guinea.

Released on September 18, Holo Horema is Saifond’s second studio album and features 14 tracks. Among them, “KALI” has quickly emerged as one of the project’s defining songs, driven by a collaboration between two major figures in Guinean music.

In France, “KALI” reached No. 1 on YouTube’s trending charts for three to four days, before maintaining a position in the Top 10 for approximately a week. The sustained performance reflects the strong response the song has received from audiences.

The track’s impact becomes even more significant when looking at its international performance. “KALI” also reached the Top 10 of YouTube’s trending charts in several countries, while achieving particularly strong rankings across multiple markets: No. 4 in Belgium, No. 4 in Canada, No. 6 in Morocco, No. 19 in Italy, No. 19 in the Netherlands, No. 22 in Germany, No. 23 in Libya, No. 26 in Tunisia, No. 34 in Spain, No. 37 in the United Kingdom, No. 37 in the United States, No. 49 in Switzerland and No. 50 in Portugal.

Its presence across multiple international markets highlights the reach of “KALI” and reflects the growing ability of Guinean music to connect with audiences beyond its home market.

But the achievement goes even further. With more than a million YouTube views recorded within just 24 hours, “KALI” has given Saifond a historic milestone: he became the first Guinean artist to surpass one million views on a music video within 24 hours.

Behind the numbers is a particularly significant artistic collaboration. “KALI” brings together Saifond and Djelykaba Bintou on a romantic song built around tender declarations of love. The track showcases their chemistry while blending romance, contemporary sounds and elements of Guinean musical identity.

For Saifond, the achievement is another milestone in a career defined by a strong connection with his audience. Already known for drawing large crowds and performing major stadium concerts, he has steadily established himself as one of the leading figures of his generation in Guinean music. With Holo Horema, he continues to pursue a broader ambition: taking his musical universe beyond Guinea’s borders.

The collaboration between Saifond and Djelykaba Bintou also carries a broader cultural significance. When major artists bring together their audiences, musical identities and creative worlds, their work can reach places that might have been more difficult to access individually. “KALI” is a clear example of that dynamic, bringing together two prominent voices from Guinea’s music scene and taking their collaboration to audiences far beyond their home country.

The song’s success across several countries reinforces a broader ambition for Guinean music: to expand its international presence and establish a lasting connection with audiences around the world. Beyond the numbers, “KALI” demonstrates that Guinean artists can create music that remains deeply rooted in their cultural identity while also resonating with listeners across international markets.

From Conakry to Paris and from Guinea to audiences around the world, Saifond continues to write his own story. With “KALI,” a standout track from Holo Horema, that story takes on a collective dimension one in which Guinean music brings together some of its leading voices, crosses borders and continues to make its presence felt on the international stage.