The Nigerian Rap Industry has been evolving over the years, birthing new talents who are shaping the genre with their unique styles.
We would be highlighting Nigerian Rap songs from rappers that should dominate your playlist.
This list would not feature the likes of M.I Abaga, Vector, Olamide, Phyno and the O.Gs who made rap commercially viable but talents who arose years later.
The songs on this list are trending and attracted buzz at the time of their release in 2020.
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Dremo- E be Tings
DMW act, Dremo is the popular Rapper form the Davido-owned Label for his ability to make rap songs commercially viable. The Fresh-produced “E Be Tings” released in 2020 was birthed by a slang that became popular on social media.
The Amampiano styled song features fellow label mate, Mayorkun.
Blaqbonez- BBC
Blaqbonez won hearts in 2020 with funny short videos which were a means of promotion for his song, “Haba”. He decided to switch things up on is next single, “BBC”. The erotic charged song according to the rapper is a way for men to hype their own Sexual nature just like Female rappers do.
Ycee- Money I dey Find (MIDF)
Ycee is a show stopper when it comes to rap songs. His vibes, delivery and melody are always on point which is no surprise that his 2020 song, “MIDF” is no different.
“MIDF” which is off his Qurantunes EP throws jabs at some of his fellow rappers who look for beefs to stay relevant in the industry.
Zlatan- Lagos Anthem
Zlatan is the new school king of the street for no reason. In less than five years, his songs have been always found a way to dominate the street.
2020 was no different for him especially with the release of “Lagos Anthem”. The P.Priime produced song popularized the term, “Money no dey Lagos”
Naira Marley- Koleyewon
Naira Marley has established himself in an ever-competitive industry and leads the Marlian Fanbase. While 2020 started out slow for the rapper, he dropped songs like “As e dey go”, “Idi Oremi”, “Koleyewon”, “Chi Chi”.
“Koleyewon” has been trending on social media for a while for its lyrics as fans are using it for the trending Slow-Mo challenges.
Ladipoe ft Simi – Know You
Ladipoe is signed to Mavin Record and for a while being underground but he is no conformist as he creates his own path in the Rap Industry.
In 2020, he dominated the music scene with his collaboration with Simi which is titled “Know You’. The romantic Ballad/Rap song is a bop perfect for couples.
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Falz ft Ninola- Squander
Falz is a creative genius who despite the odd made a name for himself in the rap industry. His faux yoruba accent combined with his lyrics gives one eargasm.
In 2020, he released few songs which include “Bop Daddy”, “One Trouser” and “Squander” which is the recent featuring Niniola.
The Amapiano styled “Squander” is a vibe-filled tune and Niniola’s voice gives life to the song.