Mp3bullet.ng presents the Top Collaborations that Simi has been featured in.
Top Collaborations featuring Simi.
While Simi started out as a gospel singer, her breakthrough came after the release of “Tiff“, then later “Jamb“.
Over the years, she has constantly maintained an unrivalled position in the Industry even despite the many comparisons, yet managing to prove that she is in a class of her own.
To celebrate an icon and influence whose voice rivals that of a nightingale, here are the top collaborations that showcase the creativity of Simi.
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Know You- Ladipoe
Mavin Records Wordsmith LadiPoe collaborated with Simi on this song, which has now become a global anthem. The song is credited for the rise of Ladipoe in the new age Afrobeat movement.
The single “Know You” was published in April, and LadiPoe followed up with an official video in July, however, Simi was absent. The song also won a Headies Award the following year.
Running (To You)- Chike
“Running” was a collaboration we didn’t we needed. Chike and Simi perfectly sold a fairy tale romance story to listeners on this song.
From the lyrics to the melody, this song is worth every attention it got in 2021. It also become the most viewed Nigerian video on Youtube for 2021.
Stainless- Zoro
Zoro featuring Simi was a risk that paid off. As Zoro drops his bars praising his love interest, Simi compliments him on her verse with perfect melodies that bring spice to the song.
On Stainless, the rapper hires the expertise of talented music producer, Skelly to put out this amazing production with the mixing and mastering by Mix Monster.
We Plenti- Cobhams
We Plenti was released in 2020 on the day of Cobhams’s birthday. In his usual motivating manner, Cobhams belts out encouraging lyrics to inspire people feeling burnt out from the pursuit of success. Simi also adds her two cents with inspiring words.
Surrender- Mr Eazi
In 2018, Mr Eazi released “Surrender” featuring Simi as part of his Life Is Eazi, Vol. 2 – Lagos to London album.
It’s a love song that was released in November 2018 and was produced by Pheelz and Juls. Because of the lovely rhythm and pattern used in the song, as well as the bright Simi’s incredibly sonorous voice, “Surrender” is the most successful tune of the music project.
Halleluya- Johnny Drille
Since signing with Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records, Johnny Drille’s “Halleluya” with Simi is one of the most endearing songs he’s ever released.
Their collaboration on the charming tune is flawless, as both exceptionally skilled vocalists ensured that their voices were perfectly coordinated and preached all shades of happiness and beauty. Don’t be fooled by the song’s “Halleluya” title; it’s nothing like gospel music.
The song “Halleluya” by Johnny Drille featuring Simi is a love/romantic song about Johnny and Simi’s perplexity over how they feel about each other. There’s no way of knowing if their feelings for each other are exactly the same.
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Soldier- Falz
One of Simi’s memorable collaborations would always be the ones featuring Falz. These two gave off chemistry like no other, in58tially confusing fans as to whether or not they were dating.
“Soldier” was a collaboration they released in 2016 and the song was a viral hit for many reasons some of which include its lyrics, the storyline, the artists and most especially the Video.
Falz plays the character of a soldier who tries to woo his love interest, the reluctant Simi who keeps pushing away his attempt. The song also spun a short movie which fans to date still await the ending.