Rivaliser means "to compete" or "to rival." It's an engaging verb that suggests a challenge or a comparison, making it more dynamic than a simple descriptive word.
In the song, Soolking sings, "Aucune femme peut rivaliser" (No woman can rival). He uses this word to emphasize the unique and unparalleled nature of his beloved's love, asserting that no one else can compare to her. This strong declaration makes the word stand out and adds a layer of intensity to his affection.
"Askim" ("Aşkım," Turkish for "my love") is a bilingual love song by French-Algerian rapper Soolking, featuring Turkish singer Reynmen. The two trade lines in French and Turkish, both circling the same feeling: total devotion to a partner they can't stop thinking about.
Soolking's French verses are playful and a little cheeky, talking about winning someone over and even talking to her father. Reynmen's Turkish lines lean more serious, promising to stay loyal no matter what, saying he'd rather be heartbroken forever than love anyone else.
The repeated line "Aşkım, mon amour à moi" ("my love, my own love") ties both languages into one shared chorus, turning the song into a small celebration of a romance that crosses cultures.
Soolking is an Algerian rapper and singer, born Abderraouf Deradji in 1989 in Staoueli, a coastal suburb of Algiers. He grew up around music thanks to his father, a percussionist, and performed under the name MC Sool before settling on the stage name Soolking.
He built his early career in Algeria with the rap group Africa Jungle before moving to France and launching a solo career in 2016, signing with Sofiane's label Affranchis Music. Soolking's sound blends hip-hop, reggae, R&B, and raï, the traditional Algerian folk style, giving his socially conscious lyrics a distinctly North African, French urban feel.
He broke through with his 2018 debut album "Fruit du Démon," certified Gold in France, followed by hits like "Milano" and "Dalida." Songs like "Sans Visa" reflect his recurring themes: the struggles of Algerian youth, migration, and the determination to build a better life without waiting for anyone's permission.