Watch the official music video to see the vibrant Mauritian visual style:
is a hit Mauritian track by Donovan BTS featuring DJ LOI’C , released in October 2022. The song is a "cover" or Mauritian Creole adaptation of the Afrobeat song "Gyal" by Nigerian artist Minz . Key Track Details
: Donovan BTS (singer) and DJ LOI’C (production/DJ). Watch the official music video to see the
: The melody and structure are based on "Gyal" by Minz , which is a smooth Afro-fusion track about admiration for a beautiful woman.
While Minz's original version focuses on typical Afrobeat romantic themes (e.g., "Fine like this... come my place"), Donovan's uses Mauritian Creole slang. The phrase "Mari Latoile" (or "Mari la Toile") roughly translates to "very stylish" or "looking great" in local slang, often used to describe someone's impressive appearance or vibe. Popular Remixes : The melody and structure are based on
The track gained significant traction on platforms like TikTok and SoundCloud, leading to several popular remixes: : A popular 2022 remake. Helix Dynasty Remix : Featured on the Dimension EP . Tropical Remix : Produced by DA'BROS G.
: The official music video was filmed by Keshaav Films and mastered by Helix Dynasty . Lyrical Themes The phrase "Mari Latoile" (or "Mari la Toile")
: Primarily Sega-Dancehall or Moombahton , a popular fusion style in the Mauritian music scene .