The Nigerian Music Industry is blessed with a vibrant rap history and over the decades the rap culture has evolved dishing out prolific rappers and collaborations.

Collaborations and cosigns which are one of the core traits of rap music, have seen Rappers team up with either their fellow rappers or singers to dish out hits.

Over the years, this partnership has bare fruitful hits that even to date, will always stand the test of time.

Here are the Top Classic Collaborations between Nigerian Rappers.

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Ghost Mode- Phyno, Olamide

The alliance of Phyno and Olamide on this song didn’t only bring two tribes of the indigenous rap art together but set the foundation of a long-term friendship.

Both artists are now at the peak of their game and have released a collaborative album. However, if you go back to the commencement of all their good deeds, ‘Ghost mode’ is the single that marked the passage of time and set Phyno on the way to glory.

Phyno released “Ghost mode” off his “No Guts No Glory” album, which is a blend of Igbo and Yoruba rap. The 4-minute track, which features Olamide, was well-liked by the public and garnered widespread broadcast not only in Nigeria but also around the world.

At the 2012 Headies Awards and the 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, the song won Best Collabo. Clarence Peters shot and directed the music video.

Local rappers- Reminisce, Phyno, Olamide

With the rise of indigenous rappers, Reminisce, Phyno, and Olamide, who were at the forefront of the trend, stepped forth to honour the occasion. The resulting track caused a stir in the music industry, inspiring a slew of subs and shoots.

“Local rappers” was an anthem that made English-speaking rappers realize that Hip-Hop had evolved and that punchlines wasn’t the only thing selling rap in Nigeria.

Joor remix- Jahbless, Ice Prince, Reminisce, Durella, Ruggedman & Eldee

In 2011, Jahbless put together a group of artists to make rap music. The song featured Ice Prince, Reminisce, Ruggedman, and eLDee and even Durella added a verse to the mix.

The video, which was shot in an open-air boxing ring saw the artists go against themselves in pairs. The song was one of music producer, Sarz’s earliest works that were popular in the Industry.

Jagaban remix- Ycee, Olamide

By 2015, Ycee was a popping artist who had earned audiences with “Jagaban” and ‘Omo Alhaji“. When he enlisted Olamide on the remix, “Jagaban“, his career went through the roof.

It was a commercially successful song and this was the song that introduced people to Ycee, the rapper.

123 Remix- DJ Neptune, Dagrin, M.I Abaga, Naeto C

In 2010 DJ Neptune released the record 1,2,3 which featured M.I, Naeto C and the late Dagrin.

“123 (Remix)” was released in 2010 and was preceded by its original song from the previous year, which featured only M.I, who delivered a head-spinning verse loaded with his unique wordplay and flow.

By the time the remix was released, it had grown in importance, not only because of the additional elements but also because of the way it captured the pinnacle of Nigerian hip-hop and its limitless possibilities.

Each of the featured musicians was a well-known rapper at the time, both in terms of precision and economic value, and “123 (Remix)” provided an opportunity for them to flex alongside one another in a way that was both regal and free.

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King Kong remix- Vector, Phyno, Reminisce, Classiq, Uzi

Vector is unquestionably one of Nigeria’s most talented rap artists. Vector paved his way to being a favourite of music fans by consistently generating soundbars.

In 2015, he released one of his commercially successful and best works, King Kong.

That same year, a remix of “King Kong” was released, and it became a great hit, surpassing its original.

Despite the fact that the song has two remixes, one of which is by Sarkodie, the first remix is the one that has blown up speakers owing to its diversity.

The song is the second official single from Vector’s album “King Kong,” and it features four skilled rappers: Phyno, Reminisce, Classiq, and Uzi.

Every Rapper came through, delivering bars that proved why they were the best among best.

Delicious- 2shotz, Big Lo

The instrumental from Beenie Man’s ‘Dude‘ was sampled a lot all around the world, and it became the foundation for a lot of outstanding songs. Nigeria has hers, thanks to 2shotz and Biglo’s famous track “Delicious.”

The track was taken from 2shotz’s magnum opus album, “Pirated Copy.”

When it first came out, this song was a smash hit. It ruled the radio, the clubs, and the streets. The hunting Igbo flute and well-laced percussion in “Delicious” keep you on the dance floor.

As a result of their efforts, the duo was the first recipient of the Hip Hop World Awards, which are now known as the Headies. They took home the award for best collaboration. ‘Delicious’ was a truly delectable song.

Too much- DJ Jimmy JATT ft Blaise, Sasha P, Kemistry, B.O.U.Q.U.I

The “The Definition” album by DJ Jimmy Jatt is considered one of Nigeria’s best albums. This single was one of the causes for that. ‘Too much,’ a track fueled by girl power, features Kemistry, Sasha P, Blaise, Kemistry, and B.O.U.Q.U.I.

This song reminds one that even Female emcees were as powerful as their male counterparts.

Nobody Test Me- Jesse Jagz, M.I Abaga, Ice Prince

The Choc Boiz, comprised of Jesse Jagz, M.I, and Ice Prince, were unquestionably Nigeria’s best rap artists during their peak.

The group was unstoppable as hit single after hit single rolled off the label’s conveyor belt. ‘Nobody Test me,’ a track from Jesse Jagz’s “Jag Of All Tradez” album, is still considered one of their best works.

The song got us on that hip-hop evolution that year and ever since the game has never been the same.

Owo Ati Swagga (remix)- CartiAir ft. Gino, Da Grin, Eva, Terry Tha Rapman

While most people might not remember who CartiAir is, but most millennials would definitely remember his hit song, “Owo Ti Swagger“. The song was a hit but the remix was bigger.

The remix of ‘Owo Ati Swagga’ contains dope work from Gino, the prolific Terry Tha Rapman, a then surging Dagrin, and the budding Eva. It was released in 2009 to mixed reviews.

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Top Classic Collaborations between Nigerian Rappers

• Ghost Mode- Phyno, Olamide
• Local rappers- Reminisce, Phyno, Olamide
• Joor remix- Jahbless, Iceprince, Reminisce, Durella, Ruggedman & Eldee
• Jagagban remix- Ycee, Olamide
• 123 Remix- DJ Neptune, M.I Abaga, Naeto C, Dagrin
• King Kong remix- Vector, Phyno, Reminisce, Classiq, Uzi
• Delicious- 2shotz, Biglo
• Too much- DJ Jimmy JATT ft Blaise, Sasha P, Kemistry, B.O.U.Q.U.I
• Nobody Test Me- Jesse Jagz, M.I Abaga, Ice Prince
• Owo Ati Swagga (remix)- CartiAir ft. Gino, Da Grin, Eva, Terry Tha Rapman

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The Next Rated category has been there since the inception of the Headies in 2006

The Award show which was originally called the Hip-hop World award is the most popular and influential Nigerian Music award.

It was created by veteran media guru – Ayo Animashaun, to celebrate hip-hop and alternative music. It has since gone beyond those genres to celebrating the Nigerian music industry as a whole.

While the award show has had its ups and downs, it has become the Nigerian version of the Grammys to Nigerian Artists.

Over the years, big acts like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, P-square, 2Baba, Wande Coal, Tiwa Savage e.t.c have been recipients of the award show.

While it has a lot of categories that cater to various music genres, one of its most coveted categories is The Next Rated category.

This very coveted prize is won by the ‘upcoming’ act who has shown the most promise in the year in review. Winners also get a car and join an influential ‘alumni’ of previous superstar winners.

Now, considering what this award has come to signify – basically a peek into the future – has the Headies always gotten it right? Did all the previous winners deserve it over other nominees?

Let’s take a dig delve into the past winners of the category and if they lived up to the expectations.

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2006- Asa

In 2006, the headies was created under the name Hip-Hop Awards. Asa became the first recipient of the Next Rated category.

The soulful singer didn’t disappoint in living up to the expectations as she would later release one of the best albums, Asha, the Nigerian music industry have seen in a decade.

Years later, the award-winning singer has four albums to her credit and classics that can’t be forgotten.

2007-Overdose

While a lot of Gen Z’s won’t be familiar with the name Overdose, he was a talented rapper whose lyricism and wordplay got him the recognition that he beat Naeto C, Lawal Olumo, Kage, C-Mion, Gino, Blaise in the next rated category in 2007.

He was signed to X3M back in the day and dropped a few rap songs like “Drinks in a Glass”, “I can’t Shout”, “Alujo” and an album, “Hustle or Die”.

However, over the years, he has fallen the face of the earth. In fact, the only known artist in 2007 Next rated Category is Naeto C who went on to release more known and popular songs.

2008- Wande Coal

In 2008, the defunct Mo’hits record was one of the popular labels as of then. Wande Coal with his melodious voice was one of its star acts.

Having released hits songs that dominated airwaves, its no surprise he could beat Banky W and M.I Abaga to win the category. Other nominees of that year include GT Guitarman and Cyprus Da Virus.

Since his win, Wande Coal has released two commercially successful albums (Mushin to Mohits and Wanted)to his credits and hits that span across the decade.

In 2010, Wande Coal broke records as the first artist(Non-group) to win five Awards in one single night. The only other set of persons to do achieve this same feat is P-square in 2006 and Fireboy DML in 2021.

2009-Omawumi

Omawumi was the best win for the category in 2009. The songbird fresh off from the  Idols West Africa competition, released her debut single, “In the Music ” the following year.

So it wasn’t a surprise that she won the award over other artists like YQ, MP, Kel, D’Jinee.

2010-Skuki

The music duo faced stiff competition from Jesse Jagz, General Pype, D’Prince and Mo’Cheddah who all had songs reigning on airwaves back then.

While not much is heard of them lately, the two at some point dominated the streets with hits like ‘Banger”, “Pass the Agbara”, “Stamina” e.t.c

2011: Wizkid

One of Headies’ best decision, Wizkid was a trailblazer in 2011 with a commercially successful debut album, “Superstar“. Even though the music star faced serious competition from Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Ice Prince in the category, he was the best man for the crown.

Interestingly, Wizkid was the star of the show at the 14th Edition of the Headies, almost nine years after his first win at the show.

2012- Davido

In 2012, Davido was reaping the success of his two hit songs “back When” featuring Naeto C and ‘Dami Duro“.

His fellow nominees were no easy feat; Eva was Nigeria’s best female rapper at that time. Praiz – who was second runner-up at the first edition of Project Fame West Africa – had Rich and Famous burning up the charts, while Chuddy K had everybody ‘wining’ to Slow Slow.

Currently, Davido is one of the top 3 most influential artist in the Industry and the boss of a successful label, DMW.

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2013- Sean Tizzle

Sean Tizzle as a winner for the 2013 edition would be seen as a questionable choice by the organizers of Headies in the present day.

True, Sean Tizzle was buzzing with songs like “Sho lee”, however, the rest contenders for the post back then, Burna Boy, Dammy Krane, Phyno, Seyi Shay were also serious competition.

Interestingly, Burna Boy is currently the face of afrobeat with his two Grammy nominations and successful records and Phyno leads Igbo rap. As for Dammy Krane, he hasn’t been doing too well in the music scene after some issues with the Law and Seyi Shay still drops hits.

2014-Patoranking

Despite being placed with artists like Runtown, Orezi, Skales, Yemi Alade, Patoranking was able to clinch the award.

Apart from Orezi who hasn’t been heard from in a while, Yemi Alade, Runtown, Skales and Patoranking are all doing well in their various fields.

2015- Reekado Banks

The 2015 Headies is the most dramatic and controversial Headies to date. And, of course, the Next Rated category was the source of most of the drama.

A battle of wars had broken out between two Music icons Olamide and Don Jazzy due to Reekado Banks winning the category over Lil Kesh.

Olamide thought Lil Kesh should have won it, since the kid had been dropping back-to-back singles, and he voiced his displeasure.

In response, Don Jazzy asked Baddoo to come and collect the car, then Baddoo got angry and banned him from the mainland. In the end, Dangote settled their beef, and all became well again.

Other nominees in the category include Kizz Daniel, Cynthia Morgan, Korede Bello.

2016- Mr Eazi

Mr Eazi clearly deserved to win the 2016 edition of the award as he dominated the year with his Banku-styled sound.

His biggest contender for the category was Tekno who withdrew from the category having felt insulted by being put in that category.

Another contender for the crown was Ycee who had people singing along to his “Jagaban” song. Humblesmith was also deserving of the nomination as he dominated the year with “Osinachi”.

2018-Mayorkun

For some reason, the Headies didn’t take place in 2017 but resumed in 2018.

Similar to Davido‘s reign in 2012, Mayorkun was a force to reckon with in 2018. Having released successful hits like “Eleko”, “Sade”, “mama”, “Che Che”, some of which was housed in his successful debut album, “The Mayor of Lagos“, this was an easy win.

The singer has further delved into superstar territory with multiple headlining concerts—including his sold-out, Indigo O2 arena show—and hit singles, like he’s 2020’s hit songs, “Geng”, “Of Lagos”, “Betty Butter”

Mayorkun’s contenders were Johnny Drille, Maleek Berry, Dice Ailes and Zoro

2019- Rema

Rema was special the moment he was introduced to the music scene in 2019.

The singer dominated airwaves with “Dumebi’ and then released his debut eponymous EP followed by two subsequent EPs, ‘Freestyle EP’ and ‘Bad Commando’, which was more than enough for the Benin-born artist to race his way to the Next Rated award of the last Headies.

Despite not having released an album, Rema has attracted the attention of International Superstars like Drake, Rihanna and the rest.

Although, the nominee list was packed with worthy contenders who had proven themselves and have continued to build towards distinguished careers.

Fireboy’s “Jealous” and “King” were two of the biggest and best songs of 2019, and his impressive, hugely successful debut album, ‘Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps’ was one of the best albums of that year.

Joeboy’s “Baby” placed the singer in the canon of potential long term hitmakers, a reputation he’s steadily fulfilling with subsequent singles, albums and features.

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2020-Omah Lay

Omah Lay was the experience nobody anticipated having in 2020. Though the port-Harcourt breed had been singing and producing for a while, it took his 2020 hit song “You” and his EP, “Get Layd” for people to notice his amazing talent.

In less than a year he was able to find himself in the same category as Tems, Bella Shmurda and Oxlade.

What the future hold for him, time can only tell.

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In 2010, the Nigerian Music Industry was witnessing a change of guard as New talents that would later become frontrunners of the last decade were being introduced to the music scene with songs and albums.

Coupled with already established artists, that year and the following being 2011 experienced an impressive list of albums being released.

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Wizkid- Superstar

In 2011, the Nigerian Music Industry was seeing a different dimension to its pop soundscape. Wizkid has entered in a unique and fresh style with the release of his ‘Holla At Ya Boy”.

In less than a year, Wizkid had become the reigning artist with his debut album, “Superstar“. To date, it remains Wizkid’s best album.

It featured producers such as Samklef, Jay Sleek, Knighthouse, E Kelly and Guests Artistes like Wande Coal, D’Prince And Label Mates, Skales & Banky W.

Ice Prince- Everybody Loves Ice Prince

By 2011, Choc Boiz comprising of M.I Abaga, Jesse Jagz and Ice Prince were a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.

That year, Ice Prince dropped his debut album “Everybody Loves Ice Prince”, the album is considered to be a classic for its unique style of rap and the smash songs it birthed.

Off the albums, singles like “Oleku, Juju, Superstar, Magician” dominated the airwaves.

Ducan Mighty- Ahamefuna (Legacy)

Released in January 2011, Ahamefuna is considered Duncan Mighty‘s best album so far. It helped gain him fans amongst non-Igbo speaking people in Lagos. The album birthed classics like “Port-Harcourt Son“, “Obianuju.”

Samklef- Nonilizing

In 2011, Samklef was one of the hottest Music Producers in the industry, most of the songs he produced then were instant hits. He dropped his debut album, “Nonilizing” in June of that year.

One of the biggest songs to come out of the album was “Molowo Noni” which featured Wizkid and D Prince.

The album also featured vocals from Olamide, Ice Prince and Skales.

Bez- Super Sun

Released in July of 2011, bez breezed his way into ladies hearts with his romantic slow blues songs. The 15-track album produced hits like “That Stupid Song”, “Stop Pretending”, “Zuciya Daya”, “Super Sun.”

The album features production by Cobhams Asuquo and vocals from the likes of eLDee, Eva, Ice Prince & Praise

The Boston Globe placed it at number 3 on its list of World music’s top albums of 2011.

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Olamide- Rapsodi

Olamide entrance into the industry had come during the time the industry had lost Dagrin. Olamide’s debut single “Eni Duro” caught people’s attention not just for the lyrics but for its video where he had changed clothes up to 15 times.

He then followed up with the Wizkid-assisted song, ‘Omo To Shan” which was also a smash hit.

Backed by production from iconic Music Producer, ID Cabasa as well as great delivery, clever rhymes as well as native proverbs, all layed out in his mother tongue, Rapsodi was an album that was superior to most in 2011.

The album had guests such as Wizkid, 9ice, Terry tha Rapman, as well as label mates like 2phat, Adol, reminisce.

Naeto C- Super Season C

After the success of his debut album, “U Know My P” in 2005, Naeto C dropped his sophomore album, “Super Season C” in 2011.

The album produced smash hits like “Ten Over Ten”, “5 & 6”, “Ako Mi Ti Toju” and “Share My Blessings.”

The album was blessed by artists like Omawumi, Asa, Waje, DaGrin, Terry G, YQ, as well as UK rapper Sway.

9ice- Bashorun Gaa & Versus

Fresh off from controversy surrounding the crash of his first marriage, 9ice dropped two albums in 2011, Bashorun Gaa and Versus.

While Bashrun Gaa showed the regular 9ice with the usual serving of African proverbs while Versus was more like a face-off alongside different artists across Africa.

P-square- The Invasion

By 2011, P-square were seen as legendary acts in the industry. When they dropped “The Invasion” is a huge commercial success that really invaded the music scene.

The album birthed classics like “Onyinye,’ ‘Bunieya Enu,’ ‘Chop My Money’ and ‘Do As I Do.’ More importantly, ‘Beautiful Onyinye’ got a remix with the hottest rapper of that year, Rick Ross.

In 2012, it won the Headies Album of the Year and it also sealed their legendary status.

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Darey- Double Dare (Heart) Vol 1 & Double Dare (Beat) Vol 2

Released in March of 2011, Double Dare Is A Double album comprising two parts; Heart (majorly slow love songs) and Beat (more up-tempo and fast-paced songs).

It features Production from TY Mix And vocals from artists Flavour, Timaya, 9ice, Jesse Jagz, Mo’ Cheddah, P-square.

It birthed Hit Singles Like ‘Love The Way You Are’, ‘Ba Ni Kidi’, As Well As The Chamillionaire, assisted ‘Love The Way You Are’ remix.

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This allegation came up when Eva Apio and her Ex-best friend, Kenza went at each other on Twitter.

Kenza in a fit of rage revealed Eva took her along on a vacation to Mykonos and Davido sponsored the trip he Chioma was still pregnant with their son.

Eva at first refused to respond to the allegation until the issue escalated a bit on social media leading to her responding.

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She said she never had an affair with Davido but instead was seeing Tycoone, the 30 Billion Gang creative director.

I was gonna bite my tongue but i can’t let my name be dragged like this. No i did not have an affair with davido,i was seeing tycoone.Not david! and she knew this but she decided to tweet and delete. She’s pushed that narrative, yet it’s not the truth.

— Evss👼🏽 (@evssofficial_) November 6, 2020

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This song was meant to be a theme song for the just concluded MTV Shuga Series. However, it didn’t make the cut, and so it was never released.

since the Shuga Naija Season is over, I feel it’s only right to let y’all listen to it (and download ofcourse). The jam is too good to slip away.

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