Afrobeats genre and sound have been the peak curriculum of attention ever since the 2023 calendar kicked off and this is because several maestros assigned to this genre have deployed nothing but classics to the satisfaction of Afrobeats enthusiasts. The Likes of Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy and their pairs referred to as the new phase of Afrobeats have made this possible.

Having thrilled with the current growth of the Afrobeats genre, who do you think has the best of 2023?

Davido with the hit song 'Unavailable'

'Unavailable' is a hit track of Davido's fourth highly profiled studio album 'Timeless'. Since the release date of the Album, 'Timeless', the track 'Unavailable' has been making waves bagging Davido his first Grammy award nomination in the category of Best African Music Performance.

He featured the likes of Musa Keys who spiced the song to the extent that Rihanna identified it as her favorite song of 2023.

Burna Boy with the song 'City Boy'

The Nigerian Grammy award-winning Gem, in no doubt, embraced a deserved space in this category and dominated the 2023 calendar.
Having built the reputation of dropping an album every single year, Burna Boy came up with 'I Told Them' which garnered vast streams to his status.
Among the tracks, 'City Boy' bagged the most attention as it also bagged a great position in the 2024 Grammy Awards nominations in the category of Best African Music Performance.
It has been on repeat on several speakers and just proves the quality of the song.

Omah Lay on the song 'Holy Ghost Fire'

As anticipated, Omah Lay bagged his place in this category with his newly released song 'Holy Ghost Fire'.
Despite the view of his new song, he has dominated the 2023 calendar with enormous hit songs that raged from the likes of 'Reason', to 'Soso' which defines his highly profiled status.
As of the release day of the hit song 'Holy Ghost Fire', Omah Lay has been sitting on the 1st spot on the Nigerian Apple music charts to date.

Odumodublvck on the song 'Declan Rice'

Serving as his breakthrough hit song, he might as well be considered the best hit song of the year following how rapidly his audience grew after his full debut.
Odumodublvck earned a vast opportunity to prove his potential since hitting the limelight at the early peak of 2023 and did just that.
Today, his hit song 'Declan Rice' is still making waves despite the rage of its release.
He is currently considered the hottest Rapper of the Afrobeats genre in 2023.

Asake on the song 'Lonely At The Top'

His album 'Work Of Art' is a peak proof of Asake's domination in 2023.
Behind Davido's Timeless, Asake's 'Work Of Art' was termed the most streamed album of 2023 by Spotify.
Another proof that identified the album's qualities has also bagged space in the 2024 Grammy Award nomination with a vast space one whooping category, Best African Music Performance.
He is a gem and has gained a deserved spot in this space.

Seyi Vibez on the song 'Different Pattern'

The Nigerian youngster pictured as one of the fast-rising singers in the Afrobeats genre also has embraced a vast spot in this category.
Since he struck the limelight lately 2022, he has maintained his peak and has deployed several hits to the satisfaction of his listeners.
Wrapping up his 2023 tally having deployed many hit songs and selling out the O2 Arena, Seyi Vibez released yet another EP, 'NAHAMciaga' that embodies the hit track 'Different Pattern' that many Nigerians are jamming to currently.
The song has always been a vital song of the Afrobeats hits of the 2023 Calendar.

Rema on the song 'Charm'

As his reputation inflicts, the youngster identified as the prince of Afrobeats, in no doubt, has proved his potential.
Since the release of 'Charm,' it has earned a convincing number of streams that have earned it a place in this category.
Rema also has dominated the 2023 Calendar with an enormous number of hit songs.

Shallipopi on the song 'Obapluto'

The Nigerian Afrobeats singer and Rapper, Shallipopi also has earned his reputation as one of the heated artists of the 2023 Calendar.
Attaining the limelight in 2023, he has gone rapidly vast in his statistics as he has so far deployed several hit songs to the growth of Afrobeats.
This has also brought him to the phase where he released one of the most-played songs of 2023 'Obapluto'
Apart from this, he has also released several hit songs including the likes of 'Cast' which is currently bagging streams across all the music streaming platforms so far.

Having sneaked through these geniuses, which artist dropped the song of the year 2023?

The year is winding up and drawing the curtain to a close. It has been a year filled with all round entertainments, so many projects were released ranging from albums, singles and plethora of hits. Old and new Artistes were at their bests and recorded great successes that it looks as if it's the beginning of a new year in the Nigerian music industry.

Artistes did exceptionally well individually on their projects. Nigeria being the music hub of Africa and the home of Afrobeat always keep the spirit and spark alive every yuletide season with songs that keeps the atmosphere bubbling. Nigerian music industry witnessed what is called, a grandeur that will go down in history as one of the remarkable and exemplary year since the accrued worldwide acceptance and recognition of Afrobeat.

We're bringing to you a collection of plethora of songs that will be recurrent and make the incoming yuletide season a funfair galore as we edge closer to the end of year 2021, courtesy of Classicloaded.

Bounce by Rema

Mavin signee Rema continued his stellar run with his label Boss Don Jazzy produced single ‘'Bounce'’, a controversial and sensual song that idolizes a woman's body. Rema remains that wonder-kid that stirs the atmosphere up with his energetic vibes. It's gonna be shows upon shows and "Bounce" will be a must play anthem in clubhouses by every DJ.

Kilometre by Burna Boy

The self acclaimed African Giant Burna Boy has really a splendid year 2021. His superb song "Kilometre" which was his official single for the year still resonates so deeply in the minds of people. The content of the song makes you recount on how far you've come which makes it every day fresh like it was released yesterday.


Doings by Flavour featuring Phyno

"Doings" is a monster hit off Flavour's "Ijele Of Africa" album. The fast tempo with a blend of Eastern cultural sound that emits indigenous vibes remains the soundtrack of events as it highs the spirit of the celebrants. This infectious tune from the hit maestro is definitely going to be the doings song for Christmas and New Year events, just watch out.


Essence by Wizkid featuring Tems

Essence is year 2020 song that was housed on Wizkid's "Made In Lagos" album. The summertime song has been alive and rejuvenating ever since its release till date rocking clubhouses worldwide and on every DJ playlist. We expect more of it as DJ'S can't do without slamming it on events and every club night.

Successful by Kangol Michael

The Sensational singer who is known for making back to back to back hits is a golden fish that has no hiding place. "Successful" was 'Kangol Michael' second single for the year. The song which is a cover of the Legendary Highlife King, Late Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe "Kedu America" did exceptionally well upon release even with the fact that it came like play like play as a snippet, fans couldn't get enough, but demand for a full song. The attention drawing song will be everywhere this yuletide to spark up the merry go round season.


Celebrate Me by Patoranking

"Celebrate Me" is one conscious tune that awakens the overlooked and opaque reality of life. This song passes a deep message of negligence while alive where people choose to celebrate the dead than the living. The lyrical content is not just powerful, but spiritual that everyone can relate with which makes you reminisce about life, and serves as a wakeup call to the wise, and as you celebrate the festive season, endeavor to celebrate your loved ones.


Feeling by Ladipoe featuring Buju

The Mavin records rapper Ladipoe has been around, it’s somewhat hard for rappers to scale up, but Ladipoe keeps the fighting spirit on as a soldier on the warfront. "Feeling" saw the Mavin rapstar standing and walking tall in a star studded hallway. This dude makes you want to listen to rap over and over again with how he drops and switches flow. "Feeling" best describes our mood about the travails of life with the hopes of a better tomorrow.


Ozumba Mbadiwe by Reekado Banks

Former Mavin records Act Reekado Banks made a splashy return to the music scene after sometime away. He comes through with catchy Amapiano single "Ozumba Mbadiwe" which is stylishly dominating the airwaves. We're keeping a close tab on this song as it's doing more than expected on the airwaves.

Cold Outside by Timaya featuring Buju

This mood relaxing single "Cold Outside" is best played when in a chilling out with friends if you're not in the mood to party hard. The lyrics already explained everything you need to know about the Buju assisted single by Egberi Papa 1 of Bayelsa. Every song has a mood suitable for it particularly when you don't need anyone to bother you because life itself is already too stressful.


Call Me Baby by Cheque

The Penthouze music Artiste Superboy Cheque the "Zoom Zoom" crooner makes a super magnetic return with another explosive western type of pop track contained in his industry debut album. We all know how "Zoom Zoom" became a street anthem, but this time, he switches up with a different kinda wave where he's professing love for a woman and how much he wants to lavishly spend on her and spoil her with goodies. This song is for those that wants to be at the finish line this festive season, so let the game begin.


Where The Money Dey by Kangol Michael

The Ebullient music sensation 'Kangol Michael' pushed forward with the ravenous tune "Where The Money Dey", a song that deeply reflects on life's struggles. This is one motivational song you'll put on repeat without wanting to listen to another song, the most popular demand song that energizes a dampened soul to keep their heads up, and livens up the everyday mood of a hustler making ceaseless efforts to make ends meet.


Medicine by Jaywillz

The multi talented singer and songwriter Jaywillz blessed music lovers with the lead single dubbed "Medicine" off his "Love or The Word EP. The song which has gone viral like wildfire is sure going to keep hold of the attention it has been getting. Jay is one fast rising young Act to watch out for as he is encroaching to another level yet to be unveiled.


Bloody Samaritan by Ayra Starr

The prospective Mavin records protege is having a swell time in the music industry. The release of her debut album "19 and Dangerous" signaled the beginning of a great dawn in her career. The album hit single "Bloody Samaritan" is one song that lits up the atmosphere once it blows up on speakers that even corporate workers and companies have already begun using the anthemic song for their annual closing of the year parties. There is nothing more to say because, the outstanding single has ushered in the festive season in a grand-style.


Alcohol by Joeboy

Joeboy came through with the fascinating and follow up single "Alcohol" after the successful release of his debut album "Somewhere Between Beauty and Magic" to serenade the atmosphere. The song centres on recounting on travails of life and sipping your alcohol to forget the challenges life throws one's way. The ravenous song is still receiving massive airplays and following us into the incoming New Year.


Peru by Fireboy DML

"Peru" is a party next-door song, a follow up single after the successful outing of his second studio album "Apollo". Peru is doing extremely well with massive airplays and on streaming platforms with the views it's getting. The song won the 2021 Song of the Year at African Entertainment Awards USA. Fireboy is truly the fans favourite with how he gets them intoxicated with his songs.


Understand by Omah Lay

The Headies Next Rated Award winner, Omah Lay is surely proving his worth. Ever since his rise to stardom, the talented singer and songwriter has continued to keep up with the spark that won him the hearts of music lovers. His conscious tune "Understand" further solidifies his ambiance in the mainstream industry with how he lights up the scene with fascinating tunes to keep his fans abreast.


Love Nwantinti Remix by Ckay featuring Joeboy and Kuami Eugene

CKay is no doubt a rare gem; his type comes once in a millennium. The former Chocolate City Music Artiste who is now signed to Warner Bros Music South Africa has been on superb form this year. The "Love Nwantinti" crooner appeared on a US billboard as the Afrobeat Artiste of the year. The highly talented singer whose rave-making song "Love Nwantinti" was certified Silver in the UK, and received a plaque in the UK has constantly embarked on international tours due to the global audience and recognition the song got. The highly rated song is on top of every chart and still counting with no signs of coming down anytime soon.


Somebody's Son by Tiwa Savage

The African Bad Girl is one Nigeria female Artiste that always lives up to expectations every year with her consistency. Her melodious and incredible song "Somebody's Son" featuring the American singer Brandy off her latest EP "Water and Garri" which upon release quickly became fans most favorite long song is still gaining momentum. The powerful vocals of the songstress and the catchy lyrics that makes you sing along with ease and fills your body with Goosebumps will revitalize love spark as it's a season of love, merriment and entanglement.


Stack It Up by Phyno

"Stack It Up" off Phyno's recently released fourth studio album is a real groovy jam that will light up the mood. Listening to this song, you'll notice that, this bumpy tune hit its target on arrival. The song is tricky and a mood stealer in the sense that, even if you're in a sober mood, it has this stylish way of automatically driving you into a bubbling mood.


Mood by Wizkid featuring Buju

Wizkid unleashed "Mood" featuring Boju off his "Made In Lagos" deluxe album version. Permit me to say that Wizzy sure knows what music lovers needs, and how to get it across to them when they need it the most. This song is the rave of the moment litting up every nook and cranny with its magic, and December is here. Starboy has served us a party rock song to spice up the atmosphere particularly for the Big boys that will paint the town red.


Egedege by Larry Gaaga featuring Theresa Onuorah x Flavour & Phyno

Egedege remix by Larry Gaaga is a typical cultural song that samples the rich heritage of Igbos as a people. This is one fascinating songs that even none Igbos are in love with as it's on everyone's lips and music playlist. Larry Gaaga took music lovers by surprise this time, and believe, this song has already become the national anthem in East as it is a must play on every event be it cultural, or any other ceremony. It's already a merry Christmas if you ask me.


Levels by Flavour N'abania

Flavour probably released this song having the yuletide season in mind knowing it's a time for mass return and events. The song upon its release which was backed up by its visual took over the airwaves and the most played song on every event as it hails and talks about men that makes things happen through their doings. "Levels" is probably the Christmas and New Year song we've been waiting for which no one saw coming.

Thanks for reading through! Which of the songs outlined here is your favourite for the Yuletide season?

Nigerian music has grown to a tally every single music firm around the world dream to attain. In recent years, it has also dished out multiple top-notch artists who have been pushing the image of the firm based on how they deploy classy music that has dominated several major music charts.


Ranging from the rap genre to the singing curriculum, they have been able to convince the world to believe in the beauty of Afrobeat.
Just like we have enjoyed great music from the Nigerian Afrobeat Maestros for decades to date, the year 2021 is not an exception as we have been thrilled to several hit songs from different Nigerian Afrobeat professionals.

In this article, we would outline the 10 Best Nigerian Songs of 2021 so far having experienced the thrillers they have trailed in the Nigerian music industry and world entertainment mass as well.


LADIPOE – Feeling

The song tagged "feeling" is originally owned by Ladipoe, A Mavin record signee who is known famously for his rapping qualities).
The Nigerian songwriter and rapper who is barely known as Ladipo Eso was born on 29th April 1992 in Lagos where he grew up and acquired his education before venturing into his musical career.

He rose to prominence after releasing his debut song, "Feel Alright" which attracted a huge number of recognized record labels. He was signed to Mavin Record Label where he reformed his career and established it as an enhancing one. He has received a Headies award for the qualities he deployed on the song, "Know You" featuring the Nigerian singer Simi.

His song, "Feeling" featuring the Nigeria fast-rising singer, Buju also emerged to be one of his biggest songs following the qualities he and Buju deployed on the song. It was released in the middle of 2021 by Ladipoe. It topped several music charts hours after its release. Ladipoe and Buju outlined the beauty of good vibes and feelings, declaring publicly that no bad vibes should exploit their feelings on the song, "Feeling."


Ruger - Bounce

The young Nigerian maestro who is barely known as Michael Adebayo and popularly known as Ruger also gave Nigerians and the world a taste in good music with his single tagged "Bounce". He was born in the year 1999 in Lagos where he grew up and acquired his Primary and secondary school education. His musical inspiration spanked early following how everyone around him discovered his extraordinary vocals.

Don Jazzy made it pretty much susceptible for him and signed him to the Mavin Record Label through the efforts of D'Prince. The young lad didn't hesitate to prove his qualities by releasing his debut EP "Pandemic" which dominated the music charts. One of the hit tracks tagged "Bounce" in his Pandemic track-list emerged to be everyone's favorite amidst how they jammed to it. "Bounce" is so far recognized as one of the greatest hits of 2021 in the Nigerian music forum.

He expressed his nostalgia for his woman's beauty and described his urge to have a taste of it on the song, "Bounce." Couples around the world always promote the single for its love growth status.

Rema – Soundgasm

Soundgasm, a song by the Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter who is currently identified as the face of Mavin Record Label also earned its place as one of the hit singles of 2021 in the Nigerian music charts. Divine Ikubor who is famously known by his stage name, Rema was born in 2000 in the vicinity that represents mostly penury and struggles. He grew up in Benin City and acquired his education in that city. No single doubt, his musical aspiration began so early that he managed to release several songs with his partner and friend.

Don Jazzy discovered him by the effort of D'Prince and offered him a satisfying opportunity which he grabbed and reformed his musical career into an enchanting one. He released several hit songs ranging from "Dumebi,", "Spiderman," "Bad Commando," "Alien," and "Iron Man", his single that attracted the former president of the United States of America Barack Obama who added it to his summer playlist) and this promoted Rema's image and soared him to the top.

He maintained his peak and deployed more hit songs to his status. One of these hit songs emerged to be "Soudgasm." The song Soundgasm is confirmed to have earned its place as one of the greatest hits of 2021. Rema in the song described the beauty in women's bodies and outlined the beauty of sex. A Lot of couples enjoy the song while making out.


Omah Lay – Understand

The Nigerian professional singer, Omah Lay has dished out a hit song tagged "Understand" which is recognized as one of the songs of the year 2021 in Nigeria. Omah Lay is a Nigerian solo artist who rose to fame with his single "Lo lo" which he released in 2020. He began his music career as a recording artist before transforming his status to a songwriter and singer. His music-producing qualities also assisted him to find his sound. Most of his hit songs were produced by him.


The song "Understand" was released recently in 2021 by Omah Lay after he had forced the fans to anticipate a Jam. It did become a hit after its release. He conveyed his haunted nostalgia over an alleged heartbreak his girlfriend impeded on him in the song "Understand." To date, understand is recognized as the Nigerian top 10 hit song of 2021.


Buju – Outside

Buju who is recognized as one of the 2021 Nigerian artists break-out had his single "Outside" registered as one of the hit songs of 2021.
The young lad was discovered by the Nigerian Grammy award-winning star, Burna Boy who signed him to his record label and offered him the opportunity to prove his class. He did prove his class and emerged as one of the new thrilling names in the Nigerian music firm.

His single, "Outside" released in the early days of 2021 dominated the music chart through the qualities Buju deployed on it. He sang more about his life struggling days and the reality of the song which have earned a place in the hearts of the Nigerian musical enthusiasts.
Currently, Buju is a solo artist. He refused to renew his contract with Burna Boy days after it expired.

Lojay – Monalisa

Lojay also is recognized as one of the 2021 promising break-out artists who has dominated the Nigerian music charts already. His single, "Monalisa" has undoubtedly earned its place as one of the 2021 greatest hits. He released the song in the mid-year of 2021.
The young lad began his musical career earlier in his teens looking out on the qualities of the Nigerian Afrobeat King Wizkid that reshaped and transformed his peak into a satisfying one.

Also, his vocal is identified as the pinnacle of his success in the Nigerian music firm. "Monalisa" to date, is still cited at the top 5 best songs in Nigeria on Audiomack.


Joeboy - Sip (Alcohol)

Joeboy, a Nigerian singer and songwriter whose real name is Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa-Donus. His song "Alcohol" has been registered as one of the top 10 Nigerian hits of 2021. He was discovered by the Nigerian singer and songwriter, Mr. Eazi who offered him a satisfying opportunity that enabled him to reform and establish his status. He rose to fame after deploying consistent hits to his name. He is currently recognized as one of the best Nigerian young singers who have earned their place at the top.

"Alcohol" on its release date, dominated social media, most especially, TikTok. People found thrills in sipping different kinds of substances to ease their pain. In the song, Joeboy urged his fans to forgo pains and sip some alcohol. He also expressed how alcohol eases his pain and demeaned his attention towards troubles in life.

Fireboy DML – Peru

The face of YBNL is owned by the Nigerian great rapper, Olamide who has also dished out a song that has earned its spot as one of the greatest hits in 2021. Adedamola Adefolahan who is popularly known as Fireboy DML rose to fame after the Nigerian rapper, Olamide discovered him and offered him a golden opportunity that transformed him swiftly.

His single tagged "Jealous" earned him a tremendous fan base which pushed him to release the iconic album tagged "Apollo" that bagged him over 4 Headies awards in one night. Through his thrilling qualities, he released "Peru" as a leaked song condoned by his Boss Olamide. Despite being released unannounced, Peru become the Nigerian number one song within some hours. This had further proven the qualities of the singer.

Fireboy announced his peak and prosperous status on the single "Peru".

Adekunle Gold – High (feat. Davido)

The two Nigerian maestros, Davido and Adekunle Gold bonded and gave out the sound of the year 2021. "High" is originally owned by the Nigerian singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold who also has proven his worth in the Nigerian music firm.

He bonded with Davido and dished out the song titled "High". A few days after its release, Nigerians streamed it massively via the thrilling sentiments it deployed on them and the song soared to the top. "High" has topped many charts since it was released describing the class of Davido and Adekunle Gold.

The duo in the song outlined the blings they displayed at the club and the beauty of women.

Ayra Starr – Bloody Samaritan

'Bloody Samaritan' by Ayra Starr has not impacted only Nigeria but has thrilled enormous numbers of world music enthusiasts.
The young star who was signed and unveiled by the CEO of the Mavin Record Label, Don Jazzy was born in 2002 in a music-attached family. Her music information erupted earlier at her tender age. She began singing at the church, the public, and many concerts before Don Jazzy discovered her.

Since she was unveiled earlier in 2021, she has proven her worth by deploying many hits. So far, she has debuted her EP and Album containing several hits.

"Bloody Samaritan" is recognized as one of the hit tracks of her debut album titled '19 & dangerous." She condemned Hippocrates and bad vibes on the single and earned so much passion from her fans. They streamed it and it emerged as one of the biggest songs of the year 2021.

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Covid-19 pandemic in no doubt took the world by surprise and restrained the world activities killing and destroying lives when it erupted.

It also affected the Nigerian music Industry following how it shut down live concerts and World tours precluding the efforts from the Nigerian stars that soar the image of the Nigerian music Industry.

However, some promising artists found the Pandemic era favourable despite the awful view of Lockdown. They struck the limelight leaving everyone astonished and pondering their secrets.

There were no secret above-hit songs, these stars in the weakness of the Nigerian Top Stars rose with positive energy and gave the world the lockdown hits which prospered their status.

In this article, we would outline these stars who dominated the Lockdown era.

The Lockdown was adverse but it was a life-changer for these artists:

Omah Lay

The Nigerian singer and songwriter who is known popularly as Omah Didia was born on 19th May 1997 in Port Harcourt where he grew up and acquired his education.

His musical career began after he joined a rap group where he bore the name Lil King. The star further extended his music goal into songwriting and music production before he established his sound and started singing.


After a few years, he released a project titled “Do Not Disturb” in April 2019 that changed his life.

He further released several hit songs that attracted a massive fan base to his name which also bagged him a 2020 Headies award where he won the award of the “Next Rated Artist” Category.

He is so far one of the youngest promising future kings of the Afrobeat Genre having proved his worth.


Chike

Chike however never dreamt in his life that he would one day emerge as a Nigerian professional singer and songwriter but all thanks to the Lockdown saga.

The Nigerian singer and songwriter who is known professionally as Chike-Ezekpeazu Osebuka was born on 28th January 1993 in Lagos where he grew up and acquired his education.

Chike rose to an unstable prominence after emerging in second place on Season 1 of The Voice Nigeria and participating in the Nigerian reality competition Project Fame West Africa.

Amidst the beauty of his vocal, tremendous attention was staked on him, the young man hesitated not and proved his worth, releasing enough hit songs including “Running” featuring Simi that is currently regarded as one of the best Nigerian afrobeat collaborations of the year 2021.


Bella Shmurda

Bella Shmurda will always offer several profound gratitude to the year 2020 everyone viewed as the most heart-wrenching year amidst how it established him.

Bella Shmurda who is popularly known as Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed became the only young fast-rising modern Nigerian Afrobeat star to have collaborated with the three big names in Nigeria Olamide, Wizkid, and Davido in a year.

This however reshaped his life. Unpopular secret transpires that Bella Shmurda’s music talent is extraordinary which has attracted several top artists including Popcaan. This was one of the reasons the Nigerian dancer, Poco Lee discovered him and introduced him to Olamide who fell in love with him and did several songs with him.

He rose to fame with the remix of his hit song “Vision 2020” – a song that narrated his story in a thrilling Afrobeat Rhythm.

Zinoleesky

The Nigerian singer and songwriter who is currently signed to the Marlian record label owned by the Nigerian singer Naira Marley also is a Lockdown successor.

Zinoleesky however, has been making waves before the Lockdown saga boosted his fame making him one of the best in Nigeria.

The singer rose to fame after deploying enormous numbers of hit songs to his name before Naira Marley discovered him and signed him to his Record Label. His famed record was “Ma Pariwo” which went ahead to get a cover from DMW Signee Mayorkun.

The young lad surpassed other signed Marlian artists and became the face of the label. Today, he has acquired cars and other luxuries. In 2019, he was nothing.


Mohbad

Mohbad also became a part of the success story of the Lockdown most favored Afrobeat artists. The Nigerian singer, rapper, and songwriter rose to fame after releasing a dance song “KPK (Ko Por Ke)” that went viral attracting the attention of the world mass as they were involved in the dance challenge.

This highly reshaped his status. People expected more from him and he with no hesitation delivered even a mass number of thrilling hit songs.

However, the pinnacle of his fame lies on the Nigerian street rapper and singer, Naira Marley who discovered and signed him to his record label.

Zinoleesky and Mohbad are the dominating signees of Marlian Record Label so far – with Mohbad’s “Feel Good” Song Currently Trending.

Olakira

He is also a leading Nigerian songwriter and singer who was favored by the Lockdown saga.

The Nigerian singer who was born on 27th September 1990 in Ogun State is a highly profiled artist known for his professionalism in the field of music composure, music production, and instruments.

He rose to fame after releasing a hit song “In my Maserati” that won the hearts of many Nigerian musical enthusiasts in 2020. His profile was recognized and he became a star.

In My Maserati, later had a remix with Davido which Became a Blockbuster- Olakira Bought a new Car and House from the Proceeds of that Hit song.

The covid-19 pandemic was a disaster to the world but was a blessing to these stars detailed above.

What’s your take on this? How did the Lockdown make a positive impact in your life?

Source: https://www.val9ja.com/the-lockdown-was-adverse-but-it-was-a-life-changer-for-these-artists/

Omo! Mavins Record is very good at Spotting Talented Acts oo, Artistes don't just plan well before leaving their Record Label!

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We understand that most people were surprised when Reekado Banks left Mavin Records. We had many boys and girls who told us that Reekado Banks departure would affect his music career. Some people believed that Reekado Banks was nearsighted for leaving Mavin Records, if he was farsighted; he would have taken a drop to the future and see that he was only jeopardizing his career.


Whereas some people believed that his decision was an excellent one, which would really help to escalate his music career. All we have to say is ....it would be thoughtful for artists to make great arrangements and fully understand the music industry, before leaving their records label. Early Days of Reekado Banks Ayoleyi Hanniel Solomon with his stage name as "Reekado Banks".

Reekado Banks is a Nigerian singer that has won so many awards. He is also a songwriter and performer. In 2014, he got a tremendous win, he was signed into Mavin Records. In 2016, Reekado Bank’s 21 -track debut album, Spotlight Album was released. The project was no ordinary one; it got to the 10th spot on Billboard’s world chart and reached the best album of the year at the headies.

Fascinating things about Reekado Banks As an Afrobeat singer, he started to pen down his songs just in 2008, his brother inspired him to start singing, he then added melodies and began to create songs. He noted that by doing these, he was happy and fulfilled.

His first year of being signed into the Mavin Records, he featured in ‘Dorobucci’, ‘Adaobi' , ‘Chop am'. He pointed that he makes music that connects with reality, sounds that excite and uplift ...that is just his style of music in a nutshell. He also released his most recent Body of work tagged “Off The Record EP” on November 27 2020.

He adores Afrobeat legends like Fela Kuti and Salif Keita. He also believes Wande Coal and Wizkid has really opened another gateway to Nigerian Music. He also believes that being an Afrobeat artist helps one explore more and make interesting sounds like R&B, Afropop. He had mentioned that whatever he makes will definitely have an Afrobeat in it because it’s just natural. It’s in him the vibes, the melody, would always find its way to his root.

Reekado Banks’s Exit From Mavin Records After 5 years with Mavin Records, he left on December 7, 2018. He shared the news to his fans stating “ Today I write in tears, not from a place of pain , but of joy and gratitude”. It had been spreading around like wildfires and was later confirmed by Reekado Banks himself. A post he shared on his Instagram page on Friday, December 7th, He informed his followers of his decisions and future plans. He did acknowledge that the last five years he had been with Mavin Records was indeed the most blissful years of his career.

The journey was filled with colourful experiences and unforgettable memories. He did mention that being with the Mavin Records family was the most beautiful thing that has happened to him. He sighted how Don Jazzy helped to skyrocket his career and he promised to be eternally grateful.

Life for Some Artists and Reekado Banks after Exiting Their Record Label Some artists believe that exiting their record label means automatic growth, it would help them become better with their music career. In most cases, it is not usually that easy. These artists find themselves turning right, then left, the walls were farther apart out here and oddly shaped they have discovered. That is why it would be thoughtful for artists to set objectives and planning before leaving their records label. If they don’t, they would end up looking like lost puppies. The artists should make sure that after leaving their records label, they have access to resources that would help boost their development and recognition.

They must get work done, be focused on their performance, promotion and rewards. They need the competencies required to get work done.

Ways to do these include:

- Make sure you have access to good producers. At least, that would make the transition smooth.

- List of learning and development activities that will be undertaken to achieve each objective.

- Identification of resources and support needed to implement the plan successfully.

- Identification of barriers and difficulties that might be encountered and ideas on how to overcome them.

Artist like D'banj since his departure from Mavin records/Mo Hits, he has been making/releasing songs but people barely hear about those songs. His career seems to be in the mud now, and he is trying really hard to stay relevant. Tiwa Savage was smart enough to plan her way all through the end before exiting from the record label. She is out here staying relevant and releasing good songs with both local and international artists.

As for Wande Coal, even after his rough departure from Mavin, he is still out there doing well for himself , simply because he made good decisions that align with his career success. Reekado Banks has been releasing cool music and trying to stay relevant. Since his departure, he has released too many songs like Need More , Omo Obomo, Mama , amongst others.

Taking the scary bold decision to leave Mavin Records in pursuit of bigger opportunities is something he doesn’t find easy, but has to do for his growth. Everyone has to expand and move in different directions. It is fantastic and amazing seeing him do what he really wants to do.

The good news is this.......We believe Reekado Banks songs will be part of Nigeria afrobeat scene for a very long time


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