Most artists build albums around songs, but Habe Kitine built Bon Appétit around an experience. After spending years creating music and refining his craft, he wanted this project to feel like more than a collection of tracks. He wanted listeners to experience something from beginning to end. That desire eventually led to one of the most unique concepts of his career.
The title Bon Appétit came from a realization that both Habe and his supporters had been waiting a long time for new music. After years of working behind the scenes, he felt hungry to create again, while his fans were hungry for something new from him. Instead of forcing a project into existence, he waited until the timing felt right. When the title finally came to him, everything started making sense.
“It’s been awhile since I released music and I was hungry to create and share new music to my fans so it made sense to call it that. Feed both my fans and myself.”
While the title immediately catches attention, it also carries a deeper meaning. For Habe, music has always been about more than entertainment. Throughout his career, he has been inspired by artists who created emotional connections through their music. Whether it was Michael Jackson, Prince, Marvin Gaye, Tupac, Sade, Jodeci, or Usher, the common thread between those artists was their ability to make people feel something. That’s the same approach Habe wanted to bring to this project.
When asked what Bon Appétit represents on a deeper level, his answer is simple.
“Satisfying one’s soul with good music.”
That philosophy became the foundation for the album and influenced everything from the songwriting to the overall structure of the project. Rather than creating a random collection of songs, Habe designed the album like a full-course meal. Every section serves a purpose. Every song contributes to the overall experience.
The project is divided into three sections: Appetizer, Entrée, and Dessert. Each section serves a different purpose while contributing to the overall experience. Appetizer introduces listeners to the world of the project and sets the tone for what’s ahead. Entrée delivers the emotional core of the album and explores many of the themes and messages Habe wanted to share. Dessert serves as the final course, leaving listeners with a lasting impression after the journey is complete.
“APPETIZER warms you up. ENTRÉE feeds your soul. DESSERT fills you up.”
The Appetizer section acts as the opening chapter of the story. It welcomes listeners into Habe’s world and gives them their first taste of what lies ahead. Much like the first course of a meal, it sparks curiosity and builds anticipation. It introduces the energy, emotions, and atmosphere that will carry throughout the rest of the project.
As listeners move deeper into the album, they arrive at the Entrée. This is where the heart of Bon Appétit lives. The themes become deeper. The emotions become stronger. The stories become more personal. This section carries the weight of the project and showcases Habe’s growth as both a songwriter and storyteller.
What makes this concept even more impressive is the amount of time that went into developing it. Habe began working on Bon Appétit nearly seven years ago. During that time, he wasn’t simply recording songs. He was growing as an artist, gaining life experience, and learning more about both music and the industry itself. As a result, the artist who started this project is very different from the one completing it today.
“My writing is different. The songs are different from what I created in the past. My vocals have a wider range now. I’m not afraid to explore new sound and creating a new style.”
That growth can be heard throughout the project. Listeners will hear an artist who is more confident, more versatile, and more willing to take creative risks. At the same time, they’ll still hear the soul that has always been at the center of Habe’s music. That balance between growth and authenticity is one of the things that makes Bon Appétit stand out.
Soul has always been an important part of Habe’s identity as an artist. Growing up, he studied artists like Michael Jackson, Prince, Sade, Tupac, Jodeci, Marvin Gaye, and Usher. While each artist influenced him differently, they all shared one thing in common.
“They all make soul music.”
That’s the lesson Habe carried with him throughout his own journey. He doesn’t simply want listeners to hear his music. He wants them to feel it. He wants people to connect with the stories, emotions, and experiences behind every song.
One track that perfectly represents that goal is “Zombie.” When asked which song he would play for someone who has never heard his music before, Habe chose “Zombie” because of the message it carries. While the production and performance are important, it’s the deeper meaning behind the song that makes it special.
“From what I see in this world is there’s too many followers and not enough leaders. They move like zombies. I too once was a victim of that.”
The song encourages listeners to think for themselves and challenge the idea of blindly following others. It’s a record about self-awareness, personal growth, and finding your own path. Those themes fit perfectly within the larger message of Bon Appétit, which encourages listeners to think, feel, and reflect throughout the experience.
After guiding listeners through the emotional core of the album, Habe brings them to the final course: Dessert. This section is designed to leave a lasting impression. Much like the final course of a great meal, it serves as the moment where everything comes together. Listeners have experienced the stories, absorbed the messages, and traveled through the emotions. Dessert allows them to reflect on that journey and leave feeling fulfilled.
For Habe, that’s what great music should do. It should leave people with something. It should create memories. It should inspire conversations. It should help people feel connected to something bigger than themselves.
That idea is reflected in what he hopes listeners take away from the project.
“That I’m versatile. That I can relate to people’s struggles and fun. That we are together in this journey of life.”
At its core, Bon Appétit is about connection. It’s about bringing people together through shared experiences. It’s about finding common ground through music. Whether listeners are celebrating victories, working through struggles, or simply looking for a soundtrack to their lives, Habe hopes they’ll find something meaningful within the project.
When the final song ends, he wants listeners to feel satisfied in every sense of the word.
“I’d like for them to walk away with satisfaction, happiness, love, deep in thought, unity, relate.”
That statement may be the best summary of Bon Appétit. It’s not just an album title. It’s not just a concept. It’s a mission. Habe Kitine spent years crafting a project designed to feed listeners emotionally, spiritually, and creatively. He wanted to create music that would stay with people long after the final song ended.
In a music industry that often prioritizes speed over substance, Bon Appétit stands as a reminder that some projects are worth taking your time with. Built over seven years and shaped by countless experiences, the album represents both where Habe Kitine has been and where he’s headed next.
The table is set.
The meal is ready.
All that’s left is for listeners to press play and enjoy.
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Watch Habe Kitine Videos
Incredible
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC5hiX1MZQ
Blame It On Me (feat. Proveli Paragon)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2sl0C_frE8
Bitty Body
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0PSMdgBjv0
From 780
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI6ebrVv0dA
Till God Says I’m Through
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1_AvFeqWhQ
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