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Mayorkun previews unreleased song featuring late Mohbad
Nigerian singer Mayorkun has shared a preview of an unreleased song featuring his late colleague Mohbad, who passed away under mysterious circumstances on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27, sparking widespread sorrow and calls for justice.
In a video that surfaced online on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, Mayorkun evoked emotions by revealing a snippet of the unreleased song, showcasing both artists singing and vibing together. This release of posthumous work serves as a reminder that despite Mohbad’s untimely passing, his artistic contributions continue to resonate with fans and generate revenue.
It’s worth noting that Chike, another singer, recently released “Egwu,” a song dedicated to Mohbad, in tribute to the talented artist following his tragic death. These posthumous releases serve as a testament to the lasting impact of Mohbad’s musical legacy in the industry.
Listen to the snippet below:
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In other news, Mp3bullet reported that Chike has achieved his first No. 1 song on Nigeria’s TurnTable Top 100 chart with his latest track, ‘Egwu,’ featuring the late Mohbad. This chart, which combines radio and TV airplay with streaming data from platforms such as Apple Music, Spotify, Audiomack, and Boomplay, highlights the song’s widespread popularity.
‘Egwu‘ is a sensational R&B track that seamlessly blends Igbo indigenous music with Afrobeats elements. Since its release in December 2023, the song has garnered commercial acclaim and has been widely shared on social media, particularly on TikTok, where it has been used over 400,000 times.