DJ Snake’s “Patience”: Migrant Life Photo Essay

DJ Snake’s “Patience”: Migrant Life Photo Essay

June 7, 2025 News

DJ Snake ⁢Explores West Africa in New “Sabali” Music Video

Paris-born DJ snake, son of Algerian immigrants, recently released the music video for his track “Sabali,” offering ⁢a personal glimpse ‌into west African culture.⁣ The EDM artist collaborated with Omar Sy,⁣ drawing inspiration from Senegal for the project.

DJ Snake in Senegal filming the Sabali music video.

DJ Snake said the creative process took about 18 months, culminating in a shoot⁤ in Dakar, Senegal. He noted that “Sabali” translates to “patience,” reflecting the journey to bring the vision to life.The music video ⁤ highlights the vibrant atmosphere of the region.

A group of people gathered around DJ Snake during the filming of Sabali in Senegal.
DJ Snake interacting with locals‍ in a vibrant Senegalese setting for the Sabali video.

More Images from the “Sabali” Shoot

DJ Snake on location in Senegal ⁣for the⁤ Sabali music video shoot.
Behind the scenes look at the Sabali music video production in Senegal.
DJ Snake collaborating with local⁤ musicians during the Sabali video shoot.
A candid moment during the filming of DJ snake's⁢ Sabali⁤ in ​Senegal.
DJ Snake engaging with the community while filming the Sabali music video.
A⁣ vibrant scene from the Sabali music video shoot in Senegal.
DJ snake working with the film crew on the set​ of Sabali in senegal.
Local Senegalese people participating in the Sabali⁤ music video.
DJ Snake directing a scene for the Sabali music video in Senegal.
DJ Snake on location, capturing the essence of West‍ Africa for Sabali.
DJ Snake collaborating with local artists for the ⁢Sabali music video.
A colorful and energetic⁢ scene from the⁢ Sabali video shoot.
DJ Snake interacting with children during ⁢the Sabali music video production.
The ⁤film crew capturing the beauty of Senegal for DJ ⁣Snake's Sabali.
DJ ​Snake working with​ dancers for the Sabali music video in Senegal.
DJ Snake on set,ensuring the authenticity of the sabali music video.
A close-up of DJ Snake during the‌ filming of Sabali‌ in Senegal.
DJ Snake collaborating with local musicians for the Sabali music video.
The vibrant energy of‍ the Sabali music video shoot in ‍Senegal.
DJ Snake capturing the essence of West African culture for Sabali.
A behind-the-scenes​ look at the Sabali music video production.
DJ Snake on location⁢ in Senegal, filming ​the Sabali music video.
DJ‌ Snake working with the local ​community during the Sabali music video shoot.