Archives Tag: Song
Ckay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Is First Nigerian Song To Hit Diamond Status In France
April 19, 2022
At the age of 26, Ckay has established his presence as one of the fastest-rising global acts in Afrobeats since ‘Love Nwantiti’ shot him to the limelight in 2021. Read more about News Nigerian singer and producer Chukwuka Ekweani popularly known by the stage name Ckay has made history after his hit track ‘Love Nwantiti’ … Continue reading Ckay’s ‘Love Nwantiti’ Is First Nigerian Song To Hit Diamond Status In France
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Suffer Suffer by Lady Donli
April 19, 2022
In the first few seconds of Suffer Suffer, you will hear a chorus of voices break into a chant that is very reminiscent of Fela Kuti’s live backup singers. The chorus plays throughout the song, and the rest of the song doesn’t stray too far from that iconic traditional Afro-pop vibe that Fela imprinted on … Continue reading Suffer Suffer by Lady Donli
Song Of The Week: Ilaye – Metaphors
April 19, 2022
24 years old singer and songwriter, Gloria Ilaye, released “Metaphors”, her fourth single in April 2019. The singer says she is both lost and found in the process of curating music, and paints an alluring yet lucid picture of a naive girl who has a crush on someone to whom she is unable to express … Continue reading Song Of The Week: Ilaye – Metaphors
Song Of The Week: Johnny Drille – Papa
April 19, 2022
Still in the spirit of the recently celebrated Father’s Day, Johnny Drille‘s “Papa” is our song of the week. The song is an ode to fathers, particularly referencing his own father’s wisdom, prayers, and his admonition as he leaves his hometown for greener pastures. He advises his son of the importance of prayer and faith … Continue reading Song Of The Week: Johnny Drille – Papa
Throwback Thursday: The 5 Biggest Names In Nigerian Rap Music From The 90’s
April 19, 2022
Let’s take a look at the five biggest names in the Nigerian rap music scene, from the 90’s. THOROUGHBREDS The Thoroughbreds may have started out of the Coal City of Enugu. It is still unclear if they also went by the title “Coal City’s Finest”, or if CCF was a different music group that had … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: The 5 Biggest Names In Nigerian Rap Music From The 90’s
Headphones: Types & Specifications
April 19, 2022
In the modern day, for one purpose or the other, whether it happens to be just listening to music or watching movies or TV on a personal device or anything else with a 3.5mm output like a plane’s in-flight services, many will default either to average earphones/in-ear buds or to full-size headphones that either envelop … Continue reading Headphones: Types & Specifications
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5 New Gospel Music Videos You Should Watch
April 19, 2022
Yemi Alafifuni – Padre According to Yemi, the song was inspired by his own personal relationship with God as his father. The video shows people going through challenges in life and taking difficult decisions. At each point he introduces them to the father as a solution to their problems. Mercy Chinwo – Oh Jesus! Released … Continue reading 5 New Gospel Music Videos You Should Watch
Song of the Week: Simi – ‘Remind Me’
April 19, 2022
“Remind me” is track number one on Simi‘s studio album titled “Simisola“. The album debuted at number five on the Billboard World Albums chart less than 3 weeks from its release, and won her Best R&B/Pop album at The Headies 2018. The song juxtaposes the display of love and affection for kin against the selfishness … Continue reading Song of the Week: Simi – ‘Remind Me’
Team Definition Enjoins Nigerians To Vote With Beautiful Mashups
April 19, 2022
Have you ever come across a video you just can’t stop replaying? I have. About two days ago, I found two such compelling videos by Team Definition which made me feel so proud to be a Nigerian, and even more reaffirmed my decision to vote. As the buildup continues for the 2019 General Elections, popular … Continue reading Team Definition Enjoins Nigerians To Vote With Beautiful Mashups
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Seun Kuti Apologises For Failing To Perform At The Grammy’s
April 19, 2022
Afrobeat singer, Seun Kuti, and leader of the legendary Egypt 80 band, has apologized for his failure to perform at the 2019 Grammy’s as earlier announced. The youngest son of the Afrobeat maestro, Fela Kuti, who has led his father’s band since he was 14, was scheduled to perform at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards … Continue reading Seun Kuti Apologises For Failing To Perform At The Grammy’s
Did You Know? Davido’s ‘Fall’ Is The Longest Charting Nigerian Song On Billboard
April 19, 2022
Did you know that Davido’s 2017 hit, ‘Fall’ is longest charting Nigerian song on Billboard? The DMW boss made a post on his Instagram account in December 2018, expressing surprise at his Billboard debut, and thanking his American fans after ‘Fall’ was enlisted on the world’s number one music charts. The song debuted at number … Continue reading Did You Know? Davido’s ‘Fall’ Is The Longest Charting Nigerian Song On Billboard
Music Videos We Love
April 19, 2022
Welcome to February! It’s the month of love, or so they say. Talking about love, our first video of the week is about the love of God and the joy and peace it brings. Davina Oriakhi – Juju The song is titled ‘Juju’ by London-based Nigerian singer and poet, Davina Oriakhi. Davina, awardee of the … Continue reading Music Videos We Love
Top 7 Music Videos of January 2019
April 19, 2022
Talk – Falz Falz’s new album, ‘Moral Instruction‘ is still generating a lot of conversation. One music video that was released as a teaser ahead of the full album release was ‘Talk’, and it soon began to trend, becoming one of the most popular music videos in January. ‘Talk’ is a conscious song that draws … Continue reading Top 7 Music Videos of January 2019
Song of the Week: Uyo Meyo – Teni
April 19, 2022
An unfinished version of this inspiring song was earlier posted on Teni’s social media, however, the song was not officially released until her 25th birthday on 23rd December 2018. The official music video is a compilation of various pieces previously posted online by the singer, including shows she performed at, as well as funny skits … Continue reading Song of the Week: Uyo Meyo – Teni
How A Tragic Plane Crash Turned Kechi Into A Songbird
April 19, 2022
In 2017, 27-year-old Kechi Okwuchi made news after she made it into the finals of the twelfth season of America’s Got Talent. She left judges and the audience awe-stricken with her voice, as she sang Estelle’s ‘Conqueror’. However, what most people didn’t know was that before the 2005 air mishap which Kechi survived, she couldn’t … Continue reading How A Tragic Plane Crash Turned Kechi Into A Songbird
