Renowned for his signature Afro-R&B style, Amadi continues to carve his path with music that seamlessly blends heartfelt lyricism, smooth melodies, and contemporary soundscapes.

On PILLOW, Amadi leans into the emotive core of his artistry, fusing lush Afrobeats influences with mellow R&B textures. The track’s production is warm and atmospheric, allowing his glossy, tender vocals to glide effortlessly over a bed of dreamy instrumentation. The result is a listening experience that is both introspective and universally relatable.

Lyrically, PILLOW explores themes of intimacy, emotional vulnerability, and connection. Amadi’s songwriting is particularly compelling, balancing poetic nuance with simplicity, as he paints vivid pictures of late-night longing and quiet moments of affection. The song captures the emotional weight of pillow talk and the unspoken truths that arise in the stillness of love.

 

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What makes PILLOW stand out is its ability to be both deeply personal and widely accessible. It’s a track that invites reflection while remaining undeniably replay-worthy, thanks to its subtle groove and memorable hooks.

As Nonso Amadi continues to solidify his place as one of the most distinctive voices in the Afro-R&B space, PILLOW is yet another testament to his consistency, vulnerability, and evolving artistry. For listeners seeking music that connects on a deeper emotional level, PILLOW is not just a song; it’s a mood, a moment, and a reminder of the beauty found in honest expression.

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Renowned American entertainment media giant Billboard has officially kicked off its countdown of the 50 Greatest Afrobeats Songs of All Time, spotlighting the genre’s meteoric rise on the global stage.

In a publication released on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Billboard announced that the selection, which reflects its editorial team’s staff picks, will be revealed gradually in sets of 10 until the number one song is revealed.

According to Billboard, the curated list is a celebration of Afrobeats’ cultural dominance and global influence, showcasing iconic records that have defined and shaped the sound over the years.

Below are the songs occupying positions 50 to 31 on the prestigious list:

50. “Ijoya” – Weird MC
49. “Tonight” – Nonso Amadi
48. “Dem Mama” – Timaya
47. “Raise Da Roof” – Jazzman Olofin & Adewale Ayuba
46. “Soweto” – Victony & Tempoe
45. “Yahooze” – Olu Maintain
44. “Oleku” – Ice Prince ft. Brymo
43. “Buga” – Kizz Daniel & Tekno
42. “People” – Libianca
41. “Peace Be Unto You (PBUY)” – Asake
40. “UNAVAILABLE” – Davido ft. Musa Keys
39. “Shake Body” – Skales
38. “Monalisa” – Lojay & Sarz
37. “KU LO SA” – Oxlade
36. “Kontrol” – Maleek Berry
35. “Pana” – Tekno
34. “Personally” – P-Square
33. “Mad Over You” – Runtown
32. “Dorobucci” – Mavins
31. “Rush” – Ayra Starr

As anticipation builds, fans worldwide are eager to see which tracks will land in the top 30 and ultimately claim the top spot on the list. The next batch of songs is expected to be released in the coming week.

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Nonso Amadi and American singer Tay Iwar evoke emotional vulnerability in this love-themed groove entitled, ‘Pieces’.

‘Pieces’ emphasize the quality of love and delve deeper into the vulnerability of romance. One part that hits deep in the chorus, is when Tay Iwar claims to have “picked up the pieces, instead of judging you for your actions.” It’s the most emotionally exposed moment on the record.

Nonso expresses an equally intense emotional turmoil in his lyrics, demanding that they reach a compromise where she defends them or else they will crash and burn. The kick’s bottom and rhythm have such a powerful punch as if to emphasize the seriousness of the subject and the emotional losses suffered by both artists in the process.  An additional element of anxiety exclusive to metal records is added to the song’s ending by an electric guitar solo.

In the visual, both performers exhibit a level of confidence that perfectly complements the song’s message, and their performances in the music video are the ideal representation of the song’s bold and touching lyrics.

Being his first offering in the year, this uniquely paves the way for a bright music run, deserving of great accolades!

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• Artiste Name: Nonso Amadi
• Song Title: Foreigner
• Featuring: Chase Shakur, Projexx
• Genre: R&B
• Country: Nigeria/Canada
• Year: 2023

Nigerian-Canadian R&B vocalist Nonso Amadi has released the remix of his hit track ‘Foreigner’ featuring Chase Shakur and Projexx.

The original tune which featured as the sixth track on his debut studio album, When It Blooms has been a hit for Nonso’s fans, who commend his versatility as a producer and musician for its mesmerizing lyrics and Afropop-influenced R&B arrangement.

The silky, sensual beat and the sonorous vocals in this remix convey the intensity of his mind. The melody in the song is a result of his ability to defy openers; he loves his muse and makes charming music at the same time.

He toys with the idea of being in love with a foreigner, giving a nod to his motherland while also maintaining a soundscape that merges R&B with bouncing, tropical textures.

At the peak of this tune, Amadi successfully taps into the listeners’ emotional side with powerful highs and lows. Clearly, with this remix, he has made a great return, using the soft vocals of his featured artists as a solid backup with flair experimentation, and instruments.

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• RELATED: Zinoleesky Features On Nonso Amadi’s New Tune, ‘Lock Up’ | Listen

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Mp3bullet puts together a list of the top major Nigerian artists who have collaborated for the first time ever in 2023

AG Baby & Zinoleesky

BNXN & Seyi Vibez

Chike ft Oxlade

In March, Chike bowed to the pressure of his fans as he released the remix to his hit single, ‘Spell’. Knowing his work of art to be special, he featured Oxlade for the remix and this was their first time collaborating.

Oxlade‘s contribution to the song is nothing short of amazing, and his vocals blend perfectly with Chike‘s to create a beautiful musical experience that will leave listeners in awe.

Davido ft Asake

The track is off Davido’s Timeless album.

Nonso Amadi & Zinoleesky

Going by their range and musical appeal, one would not expect to have a street-hop sensation like Zinoleeksy on a classical-oriented singer like Amadi. Thoughts have it that the singer decided to explore his versatile sides and this sure yielded positively with their song, ‘Lock Up’.

Oxlade & Flavour

Oxlade and Flavour also collaborated for the first time. High-life meets Afropop in Ovami and we all know how the song was received.

Bella Shmurda & Tiwa Savage

Also in March, Fineboy Bella employed Tiwa Savage’s vocals on his single, ‘NSV’.

“Non Stop Vibe (Nsv)” is not the usual heavy or party-type Afrobeats. The record feels more like a creed for good vibes. The record allowed both artists enough room to flaunt their vocal range and depth on simple chord formations, with intriguing amapiano infusions.

Olamide & Ckay

YBNL boss, Olamide featured Ckay on the song, “Trumpet”. This was a first time collaboration from the two artistes. The tune blended CKay’s soulful R&B approach with Olamide’s distinctive sound. With its memorable hooks, sultry melodies, and upbeat beats, the song shows the talents of both performers. This collaboration between Olamide and CKay is certain to be one of the highlights of the year in the Nigerian music scene due to their combined talents and creative approaches to music.

Tiwa Savage & Ayra Starr

This was another banger witnessed earlier in the year. Tiwa employed Ayra Starr and Young Jonn on her single, Stamina.

Seyi Vibez ft Young Jonn 

Last, on our list was Vibez and Jonn doing justice to a new track tagged, ‘Suddenly’.

The song’s production by Magicsticks teases listeners with undertones of Afrofusion and Amapiano music. Young Jonn’s voice is distinctive, and he has a great mastery of vocal technique, melody, rhythm, variation, and emotional delivery that can evoke a range of feelings in the listener. ranging from sadness to pleasure, love, and more.

Major Artists Who Collaborated For The First Time In 2023

• AG Baby & Zinoleesky
• BNXN & Seyi Vibez
• Chike ft Oxlade
• Davido ft Asake
• Nonso Amadi & Zinoleesky
• Oxlade & Flavour
• Bella Shmurda & Tiwa Savage
• Olamide & Ckay
• Tiwa Savage & Ayra Starr
• Seyi Vibez ft Young Jonn

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• Top 10 most searched songs in Nigeria in Q1 of 2023.

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• Artiste Name: Nonso Amadi
• Project Title: When It Blooms
• Number of Tracks: 15
• Genre: Afrobeats
• Country: Nigeria
• Year: 2023

Nigerian singer, Nonso Amadi has released his long-awaited studio album titled, When It Blooms –  a compilation of 15 tracks.

The list of guests on “When It Blooms” is astounding. Nonso guarantees his audience an engaging musical experience by working with extremely outstanding artists like Zinoleesky, Majid Jordan, Beam, Tay Iwar, Tamera, and others.

Each song on the album features a special fusion of soulful melodies, sincere lyrics, and contagious rhythms, showcasing Nonso Amadi’s capacity to engage his listeners on a deep level. The body of work demonstrates his artistic development and dedication to pushing the envelope.

No doubt, he is able to communicate with his audience in Nigeria and overseas.

Listen up!

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Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer Nonso Amadi has disclosed how EME boss, Banky W and his wife, Adesuwa Etomi-Wellington convinced his parents to allow him to do music.

He made this disclosure on May 23rd, 2023, via his Twitter profile.

The ‘Tonight’ crooner claimed that his parents now support his decision to pursue a career, and he added that his mother is working on the Extended Play (EP) he would soon release.

He thanked the Wellingtons for their kind gesture.

Amadi wrote, “Just want to say thank you to @BankyW and his lovely wife @AdesuaEtomiW for coming to speak to my parents in 2018 around letting me do music.

“Went a long way in gaining their support, & now I’m about to drop an album with my Mum involved in its creation. Love you both truly.”

See the post below:

Just want to say thank you to @BankyW and his lovely wife @AdesuaEtomiW for coming to speak to my parents in 2018 around letting me do music. Went a long way in gaining their support, & now I’m about to drop an album with my Mum involved in its creation. Love you both truly ❤️🌸

— Nonso Amadi (@Nonsoamadi) May 23, 2023

In other news, Nonso Amadi has claimed that he doesn’t make the same music as Burna Boy and Wizkid.

He claims that despite being influenced by them, neither they nor any other Nigerian musician can create music like his.

In the most recent episode of the Shopsydoo-hosted Afrobeats Podcast, he made this claim.

He added that he has been developing his own distinctive musical style and personality and that he is not attempting to be a carbon copy of any famous musician.

He cautioned aspiring artists to avoid copying others and emphasized the necessity for originality.

The singer said, “I am not making the same music as Burna Boy and Wizkid and others. I’m making music that I love. I’m inspired and influenced by them but there is a Nonso Amadi that anybody can.”

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Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer Nonso Amadi has claimed that he doesn’t make the same music as Burna Boy and Wizkid.

He claims that despite being influenced by them, neither they nor any other Nigerian musician can create music like his.

In the most recent episode of the Shopsydoo-hosted Afrobeats Podcast, he made this claim.

He added that he has been developing his own distinctive musical style and personality and that he is not attempting to be a carbon copy of any famous musician.

He cautioned aspiring artists to avoid copying others and emphasized the necessity for originality.

The ‘Tonight’ crooner said, “I am not making the same music as Burna Boy and Wizkid and others. I’m making music that I love. I’m inspired and influenced by them but there is a Nonso Amadi that anybody can.”

"I am not making the same music as Burna Boy and Wizkid"

– Nonso Amadi

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— 🐬 @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) May 21, 2023

Recall, The singer explained why he has been absent from the music industry for some time.

Speaking in an interview with Osi and Simi Drey of BEAT FM, Nonso revealed that he needs time off to spend with himself, friends, and family.

According to the singer, as a celebrity, one may lose one’s mental balance if one is not careful.

Speaking further, the “Foreigner” hitmaker revealed that he loves the way Burna Boy handles his music career and stage performances and would love to follow in the footsteps of the Grammy Award artist.

In addition, the Afrobeat star stated that his fans should be expecting a lot from him this 2022.

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Bouncing back from the short hiatus that took over the industry due to the general elections, Nigerian artists put their foot forward with hit songs in March 2023.

March 2023 saw the release of great hits, some new, and some remixes of hit songs like “Soweto” and “Philo”. Also, the collaborative spirit that has the industry teaming with unlikely people continued its work in March.

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Here are the best Nigerian songs for March 2023.

Soweto remix- Victony ft Rema, Don Toliver

In 2022, Victony made a name for himself with his “Outlaw” Ep and while all the songs from the project were great, “Soweto” featuring Tempoe was an instant favourite even dominating Tik-Tok.

Fast forward to March, 2023, the singer released the official remix of the infectious banger ‘Soweto‘ featuring American singer, Don Toliver and Afrobeats golden boy, Rema.

The Tempoe-produced tune has so far been one of Victony’s most popular songs in his young discography.

Don Toliver and Rema provided the music with the necessary seasoning on the ‘Soweto‘ remix. The track’s melodic instrumentation, created by one of the most skilled beatmakers in the Nigerian music industry, the one and only Tempoe, allowed them to both deliver their polling units while blending in perfectly.

Philo remix- Bella Shmurda ft Nasty C

Bella Shmurda is currently on a music binge; the artist, who at the beginning of March released his first song for 2023 with “Ara (Gen Gen Tin),” is out performing once more.

This time, he teams up with Nasty C to remix his well-known song “Philo,” which he previously collaborated on with Omah Lay.

For anyone thinking Nasty C is out of his element to be featuring on a song like “Philo“, he proves them wrong with his bars.

Stamina- Tiwa Savage ft Ayra Starr, Young Jonn

Tiwa Savage takes another step towards a “successful 2023” as she comes out with something new for the audience, following her admirable contribution to the remix of Spyro’s smash tune “Who is Your Guy”.

This time, she records the stunning song “Stamina” with Chocolate City singer-songwriter and record producer Young Jonn and Mavin Records’ Ayra Starr.

“Stamina” sees three brilliant professionals give their all to make magic. This song proves that something a pot of soup definitely needs the hands of different cooks.

Omo Ologo- Zlatan

For his second official single of the year, Zlatan goes solo for the inspirational track, “Omo Ologo”

Unlike his typical tracks, Zlatan utilizes the soothing orchestration of the tune, which was created by up-and-coming beatmaker Chech, to express himself. Over the beat, the rapper raps with sincere gratitude.

Pressure- Peruzzi ft Fireboy DML

Peruzzi started 2023 on a good note with his first official single, named “Pressure.” The song includes YBNL’s wunderkind, Fireboy DML, and it is their second collaboration after the release of ‘Southy Love‘ in December 2020.

With his sweet vocals, Peruzzi expresses his emotions in the song. On the other side, Fireboy woos his love interest with inventive vocals in an effort to win her over.

‘Pressure‘ is Peruzzi’s first release since he released ‘Hypertension’ and ‘Things I Need‘ in August of last year. It is produced by talented beatmaker 3 Heads.

Who is Your Guy remix- Spyro ft Tiwa Savage

Spyro is on a fantastic run right now thanks to the smash single “Who is Your Guy,” which is obviously all over the streets of Nigeria. Even with the above, the singer still wanted to shake things up, which resulted to a remix of the song that featured Tiwa Savage, one of Nigeria’s best musicians.

The Mr Soul-produced remix of “Who is Your Guy” marks Sypro’s debut release for 2023 as well as his first time working with Tiwa Savage. The remix directly follows the original version which was published back in November 2022.

Lock Up- Nonso Amadi ft Zinoleesky

Heralding the release of his hotly anticipated debut album, Canada-based Nigerian singer-songwriter, Nonso Amadi releases a new single off the project. The song is called ‘Lock Up,’ and it includes Zinoleesky, a Marlian Music wunderkind.

Nonso Amadi plays the persistent side character on “Lock Up” who refuses to give up on his love interest even though she already has a partner.

With his seductive vocals, Zinoleesky lends support to the circumstance. He sings over the song’s melodic instrumentation and uses lyrics like, “tell your guy make him lock up, say the main man don come, e no go make sense if him fvck up.”

Party No Dey Stop- Adekunle Gold ft Zinoleesky

In 2022, Adekunle Gold had a strong year. The singer-songwriter has consistently been on his game with releases like the magnificent “5 Star,” its remix with hip-hop royalty Rick Ross, and of course, his star-studded fourth studio album “Catch Me If You Can.”

The singer is still making an impression in 2023. Adekunle Gold released his first instalment of the year three months into the calendar year. The singer-songwriter teams up with Zinoleesky, a rising star in Marlian music, to release the upbeat song “Party No Dey Stop.”

The song “Party No Dey Stop,” produced by renowned beatmaker Kel P, is about having more fun and less stress.

With lyrics such as “me wey I don high on paraga, why I go get time for wahala,” AG and Zinoleesky are pro-party and anti-wahala on the new joint.

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Ara Gen gen Tin- Bella Shmurda

After successfully releasing his debut album “Hypertension” back in October 2022, Bella Shmurda is back with a brand-new song titled “Ara (Gen Gen Tin)”. All indications point to the singer, who had an impressive year last year, being ready for a better year in 2023.

The rapidly rising beatmaker Larry Lanes produces Ara (Gen Gen Tin). It will act as the formal introduction to the barrage of bangers Bella will unleash from his arsenal this year.

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• Artiste Name: Nonso Amadi
• Song Title: Lock Up
• Featuring: Zinoleesky
• Genre: Afropop
• Country: Nigeria
• Year: 2023

Following a four-month snippet raising fans’ anticipation, Nonso Amadi finally unlocks the new collaboration titled, ‘Lock Up’ with Marlian star, Zinoleesky.

The groove gives insight into Amadi’s forthcoming studio album, “When It Blooms,” which arrives soon.

Speaking on his forthcoming project Amadi noted, “This project is not just a collection of songs, but a journey that takes you into my world. I open up about personal struggles and triumphs, and I want to give you all a chance to get to know me better through my music.”

• RELATED: Nonso Amadi ft. Majid Jordan – Different [Music]
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On the other hand, his new dispensation with Zino was self-produced and co-produced by P.Prime –  a classic display of raw talents!

Quotable lyrics

Baby girl feel my melody
Dey make I dey think am gan
This kind love wey you give me
Abi na miracle ye pa
Her name na Miracle ye pa
Top of the pinnacle ye pa

Fine fine girl from the east side
Her name na Miracle ye pa
Abi na miracle ye pa
Top of the pinnacle ye pa…

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• Artiste Name: Nonso Amadi
• Song Title: Different
• Featuring: Majid Jordan
• Genre: Afropop
• Country: Nigeria 
• Year: 2022

Nigerian R&B buzz, Nonso Amadi, has enlisted the help of OVO Sound’s Majid Jordan on his new track “Different.”

“Different,” a mix of R&B and Afrobeats, is about “the feeling you get when you meet a girl you like in a crowd full of other gorgeous women—and how she stands out from the rest and makes you want to pursue her down,” according to Amadi.

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The friendship between Amadi and Majid Jordan grew out of mutual admiration. “When I initially met Majid and Jordan to work on tunes, we had an instant musical chemistry. “They would encourage me to go even further with each sentence I wrote, to be more descriptive in my words so that I could build a clear image for the listener,” Amadi continues, implying that this isn’t the last you’ll hear from him and Majid Jordan. “Until now, I’ve tried to use this movie-script-style strategy on every song.” This was true for ‘Different’ and other tracks on which we collaborated.

‘Different’ is one of those songs that feels different, is different, and brought us to Nigeria for the first time, where we experienced something different as well.”

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Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer Nonso Amadi, explained why he has been absent from the music industry for some time.

Recall, The singer rose to prominence after releasing his big hit Tonight in 2016, and has since followed up with more hits such as Radio, No Crime, Dial Me, and others, as well as great projects such as “Free.”

However, the Canada-based singer-songwriter, who has returned with a new tune titled ‘Foreigner,’ explains why he hasn’t released much music in the last two years.

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Speaking in an interview with Osi and Simi Drey of BEAT FM, Nonso revealed that he needs time off to spend with himself, friends, and family.

According to the singer, as a celebrity, one may lose one’s mental balance if one is not careful.

In addition, the Afrobeat star stated that his fans should be expecting a lot from him this 2022.

Watch the full interview below:

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