These Nigerian songs dominated the airwaves in 2003 and 20 years later, still have a place in the hearts of fans who remember them.

In comparison to what it is now, the Nigerian music industry’s environment was very different in 2003. The reality of the situation was that American pop culture and music dominated at the time, with Nigerian entertainment taking a back seat.

Despite this, Nigerian artists continue to put a lot of effort into their songs.

The year 2003 was excellent in terms of sound diversity. Gospel, Hip-hop, and R&B were among the musical genres that Nigerian artists experimented with.

P-Square their debuts that year, but they would not see significant success until much later in their careers. Veteran artists like Tony Tetuila and Sunny Neji released notable hits as well.

It was also a good year for the female force, as Sasha, Nigeria’s first notable female rapper, released her breakthrough track ‘Emi le gan‘ on Da Trybe Records.

The majority-female band KUSH also released “Let us Live Together,” which was their biggest hit. With the release of “Eji Owuro,” Sola Allyson created one of Nigeria’s most well-known love songs. Love/Heartbreak was a theme that frequently appeared in the music that was being released at the time.

Here are the top Nigerian songs that are turning 20 in 2023.

RELATED;

• Top 5 Naija songs turning 20 years in 2020
• 10 Evergreen Nigerian songs turning 15 in 2022

OLUFUNMI- Styl-plus

One of Nigeria’s best R&B groups, Styl-plus, released their smash hit ballad “OLUFUNMI” in 2003. Following its release, Olufunmi was one of the songs that radio callers most frequently requested.

Because TV stations kept airing the song’s video back-to-back, it became a national anthem for love. The song was about a heartbroken boyfriend who kept proclaiming his love and affection for his girlfriend.

Danfo Driver – Mountain Black, Mad Melon

Following Ajegunle’s domination in Nigerian music, the combo of Mad Melon and Mountain Black created this simple yet popular dedication to commercial bus drivers in Lagos.

Mountain Black and Mad Melon both saw their musical careers take off because of Danfo Driver, which helped make them well-known figures in the Nigerian music scene.

The song Danfo Drivers was so well-liked by listeners that it became the group’s name.

Oruka – Sunny Neji

Oruka by Sunny Neji was one of the top five wedding songs in 2003. It had to be on the playlist of every DJ.

The song was released from the album, “Unchained“. It enjoyed massive airplay and became an anthem at every wedding ceremony and between newlyweds. The song was produced by Sunny Nneji and co-produced by Sammy Odins Odihirin under the O’Jez Music label.

Ehen by Ruggedman feat. Nomoreloss

Nigerian rap music needed a rude awakening, and this song provided it. Ruggedman turned the focus back to excellent rhymes and lyricism. He did not hold back when he took jabs at the biggest rappers of the day. Few people have dared to follow Ruggedman’s example.

Senorita- P-square

“Senorita“, the debut single from P-Square is off their debut album, “Last Nite“, and their elder brother Jude Engees Okoye directed the video.

The song, which featured the duo’s dancing abilities, earned the most airplay of the entire album. The two were inspired to dance as children by Michael Jackson.

Eji Owuro- Sola Allyson

This intriguing soundtrack is taken from her widely acclaimed 2003 project, Eji Owuro, which includes seven astonishing worship euphonies.

The love ballad propelled Sola Allyson to fame because of its romantic elements, which made it a requirement for weddings.

The song was produced by Cohbams Asuquo.

Emi Le Gan- Sasha P

Known as the first lady of rap in Nigeria, this was Sasha P’s debut solo track under Da Trybe records. Saha P earned the deserved title as Nigerian rap First Lady thanks to her beautiful penmanship.

Let’s Live Together- Kush

KUSH was a group made up of three women, (Lara George, TY Bello and Emem Ema) and a man (Dapo Torimiro).

K.U.S.H released their hit song “Let us Live Together” as part of their album The Experience in 2003. The video for this well-liked song featured a combination of black, white, grey, and sepia.

In between shots of TY Bello and Lara George doing their thing, were short clips of wartime scenes. The theme was devastation, death, and destruction, and Kush played it to the greatest effect with everything from a starving child to a woman promising to kill another woman and an image of a dead body on burnt soil.

https://youtu.be/YWWXCgZKmg0

RELATED:

• 10 Nigerian songs from 2022 still ruling the airwaves in 2023
• Oldies Throwback: Top 10 songs from the 90s

Raise Da Roof- Jazzman Olofin ft Adewale Ayuba

This was rap meets Fuji as Jazzman Olofin and Adewale Ayuba really raised the roof with this song and had listeners dancing their heart out. The song shot him into limelight during that period.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Nigerian songs turning 20 in 2023.

Mp3bullet.ng presents Nigerian artists you didn’t know studied Law.

The Nigerian entertainment industry used to be thought of as a field for dropouts who had nothing else to do.
That narrative is long gone, and some of the most famous people in entertainment today are university graduates.

The majority of people you meet in Nigeria, including those who hold the highest-level creative positions and those who have become our most well-known celebrities, all have very “practical” degrees.

A law degree is one of these degrees that is extremely common among most creative people.

RELATED:

• Nigerian musicians that are used to be medical doctors
• Nigerian Artistes who studied Professional Courses

Mp3bullet.ng compiles a list of Nigerian artists who studied Law.

Sasha P

Nigerian rapper Sasha P is a graduate of law from the University of Lagos. After earning her degree, the successful rapper joined the music and fashion industries.

Falz

Falz has a popular father, Femi Falana, who is a well-known lawyer in Nigeria. So, when Falz enrolled in the University of Reading in the United Kingdom to study law, everyone assumed he would go into practice.

However, music and acting ultimately beckoned to him, and Falz is today a very popular artiste.

Omawumi

Omawumi, a formidable singer, is a graduate of Ambrose Ali University in Ekpoma, Edo State, where she majored in law.

After finishing school, she spent a short time working for her brother’s company, OS Megbele and Associates, before eventually competing in Idols West Africa, where she got her big break and started pursuing music professionally.

RELATED:

• Nigerian artists who returned to school after becoming famous
• Top 5 Nigerian artists who became big after dropping out of school.

Chinko Ekun

Oladipo Olamide Emmanuel professionally known as Chinko Ekun is a Nigerian rapper and songwriter. Chinko graduated from OAU with a law degree. He became passionate about music at the age of 7.

His passion for pop and rap music developed throughout his first year of university. In 2011, Chinko posted online videos of his freestyle to launch his musical career.

His debut official track, “Ekun,” was released by him in 2013. He appeared on Olamide’s Street OT music album in 2014.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Nigerian artists you never knew studied Law.

The early to mid 2000s were a good period for the Hip Hop community in Nigeria as a number of Nigerian rap songs came out and went mainstream.

Over the years, Nigerian hip-hop has gone through multiple periods with various actors and notable scenes.

Rap in Nigeria has advanced considerably. There have been songs that have changed the music industry, expanded its boundaries, and set new guidelines for rappers to follow. T

The music genre is more than just spitting out words after lines; it’s about recognizing the environment, identifying the needs of the audience, and meeting those needs.

The reason many rappers were such big hits back then was because of the energy they put into their songs.

The majority of them were anthems that people repeatedly sang and recited. Regrettably, the values that rap ought to promote have been losing ground in Nigeria.

The Nigerian music scene has been overshadowed by a growing love of Afrobeat and its many children sending rap into the background.

RELATED:

• Top 10 Throwback Naija Rap songs
• Throwback: 10 Nigerian songs that remind about childhood

However, many millennials would remember some of these songs that at one point dominated the airwaves during the 2000s.

Cry – Mode 9 (2007)

Mode 9 is considered as the leading pioneer of hip-hop music in Nigeria after earning the prestigious Lyricist on the Roll award multiple times. Cry was one of the tracks that solidified his position on the A-list.

The song, which was taken from Mode 9‘s 2007 album E’ Pluribus Unum, features beautiful singing by Nnenna and powerful lyrics by Mode 9.

It gained widespread critical praise and topped charts across Africa, winning three Channel O music awards for hip-hop, among others. The hip-hop music culture in Nigeria still finds Mode 9′s Cry to be relevant many years later.

Baraje- Ruggedman

Released in 2005, from Ruggedman’s ‘Thy Album Come‘ project, Baraje was that song that was played in parties and clubs. Ruggedman was able to tell the truth even though the song was composed with upbeat music when he said:

“Get crazy when u hear this instrumental, and most definitely, my voice is fundamental. Na the essential ingredient wey dey make my people dem no want 2 see the end. I’m bad more than that…stay forever like culture. You better make a move cos I dey watch u like vulture.”

This song was a real blend of rap and club music from one of Nigeria’s top rap innovators.

Too Much – DJ Jimmy Jatt ft Blaise, Sasha P, Bouqui, Kemistry (2007)

The fact that there aren’t many female rappers in the music industry motivated the legendary DJ Jimmy Jatt to record a song with some of the established female rappers at that time.

In light of social norms, this song promoted the authority of a woman in a field dominated by men. When it was released in 2007, the song served as a platform for female rap artists to showcase their skills and lyrical prowess.

No be God (2008) – Gino

In this song, Gino discusses his difficulties and his unwavering faith that one day, his Creator will intervene and save him from his plight. Those on the bottom rung of the social ladder might readily relate to the song since it is pure motivation.

RELATED:

• Nigerian Throwback songs with controversial lyrics
• Rap Songs by Nigerian Rappers that should dominate your playlist

Anoti – M.I (2008)

M.I Abaga, hailed as one of the best lyricists in Nigeria, released Anoti from his first studio album, Talk About It, in 2008.

This song helped pave the way for the rise of other popular songs during a time when rap was popular in Nigeria.

Produced by Jesse Jagz and M.I, the song’s lyrics displayed the rapper’s boastful reputation as a shrewd poet and his aptitude for delivering punchlines through methodical rhymes.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on 5 Nigerian Rap Songs from the 2000s that millennials would remember.

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.

• RELATED: List of top 10 best Nigerian rappers of the new decade
• RELATED: Rap artists of the decade in the Nigerian music industry

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.

• RELATED: Top 5 African rappers with the most awards
• RELATED: Top 10 Nigerian rapper-Singer Collaborations

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.

• RELATED: Top 10 Throwback Naija Rap songs
• RELATED: Top 5 Songs from Naija Best Rappers of All Time

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

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Top Classic Collaborations between Nigerian Rappers.

2006 was a defining moment in Nigerian music history. The sound of Nigerian music was becoming established by this time. In comparison to previous years, when international music dominated the airwaves, Nigerian songs began to receive more airplay on local radio.

Music quality improved significantly as artists gained access to better-recording equipment and studios

The establishment of the American Entertainment Station, MTV Base Africa in Nigeria the previous year also prompted the need for Nigerian acts to use music videos as promotional tools.

As MTV was available in most of Africa, the modern Nigerian pop scene began to receive international attention for the first time. These videos then spread across the continent, ushering in the Nigerian music scene as the dominant force in Africa that it is today!

This year also marked the dominance of two major record labels – Storm records and Mo’hits on the scene. The success of these labels created a record label boom within the industry in the subsequent years

• RELATED: Top 10 Naija Throwback songs turning 10 in 2021
• RELATED: Revisiting 2016; Nigerian Hit songs turning 5 years in 2021

Here are Classic Nigerian Songs that were released in 2006 and turns 15 years in 2021;

Faze- Kolemental

Kolomental was the lead single from Faze’s sophomore album, Independent, which was released in 2006 and went on to become one of the year’s biggest Nigerian songs in 2007.

The banging track had a special frenzy to it, as the song title already suggests. It sparked a particular craze, fueled by the song’s musical instrumentation as well as Faze’s uniquely superb vocals.

Independent is also the R&B superstar’s best-selling album (in his career) and the biggest (most-sold) album of 2007. Faze was also a member of the now-disbanded Plantashun Boiz trio, which also included 2face Idibia now known as 2baba and Blackface.

Imagine that- Styl-Plus

In February 2006, Styl-Plus made up of Shifi Emoefe, Tunde Akinsanmi and Zeal Onyecheme released their highly anticipated 11 track debut album “Expressions“.

“Imagine That” is the lead single from the album. The song was a hit like their previous releases.

Angel of My Life- Paul Play Dairo

Paul Play Dairo is the son of the late Nigerian singer I.K. Dairo. He signed with Kennis Music in 1999 after his music group broke up.

In 2006, he released the R’n’B tune, “Angel of My Life“. The song was a hit solidifying Paul Play’s place as one of the biggest Afro-R’n’B artists as of then. In 2020, he released a remix of the song with Runtown.

Adara- Sasha P

Sasha P (formerly Sasha) was once the hottest femcee in the game, having given herself the self-serving title of “the first lady of Nigerian Hip-Hop.” The Omo Ibadan rose to prominence at a time when there were few Nigerian female hip-hop artists.

“Adara” was her biggest song, featured on her debut album, First Lady, released in 2006, and later released as a stand-alone single in 2008. In 2009, the song earned her a UK-based award for Best Female Artiste.

Although she has largely abandoned music in recent years, she devotes the majority of her time and energy to the fashion industry and other humanitarian causes.

For Instance- 2Baba

“For Instance” is a single from 2Baba (Formerly Known as 2face Idibia)‘s second solo album, Grass 2 Grace, released in 2006. In its first week of release, the album sold over a million copies and earned him numerous awards, including the MOBO Award in 2007.

Aside from the magnetizing beat, the lyrics are socio-political in nature calling out corrupt leaders who abuse the trust of the people who put them in power.

• RELATED: Top 10 Most Streamed 2021 Nigerian Songs On Spotify so far
• RELATED: Top best musical runs in the Nigerian music industry

Olori Oko- Infinity

Infinity was a popular Gospel Nigerian group made up of Kehinde Akinbode, Joe Okougbo, David Thomas, Samson Nnogo and Sunny Steve. In 2006, they released their album, “Olori Oko‘ with the lead single of the same name to massive success.

“Olori Oko” was not just an anthem in churches but in schools, events, name it. It was a popular choreography tune used by children.

Swo- Marvellous Benjy

There are Nigerian songs that have helped create or propagate dance routine and Marvellous Benjy’s “Swo” is one of those songs. Released in 2006, it was off his “Take Control” album. It is to date Marvellous Benjy’s biggest song.

Why- D’banj

D’banj is a Nigerian musician who uses a fusion of Afrobeat and Afropop to bring his music to life and is considered one of the Nigerian Music Industry’s influential artists.

In 2006, he released his RunDown Funk U Up Album and one of the biggest hits from the song is the uptempo song “Why Me” which was a big hit.

Ijoya- Weird MC

Ijoya is from Weird MC’s second album, After Da Storm, released in 2006. The single “Ijoya,” produced by Don Jazzy and JJC, was a huge success, earning her an AMEN award for Most Pop Song and a Channel O Music Video Award for Best Special Effect.

Kerewa- Zule Zoo

Zule Zoo was a music duo consisting of Ibrahim Alhassan and Mike from Benue state. Their biggest git was ‘Kerewa” which had a groovy and undulating beat that blinded people from the heavily sexual and controversial lyrics.

“Kerewa” in itself is a slang for s*xual intercourse and has two different theories over what the theme of the song is.

One school of thought sees the song from the perspective of a child reporting his mother’s adultery. Another school of thought believes what the child was in fact r*pe taking place.

• RELATED: Top 10 Nigerian songs turning 15 in 2020
• RELATED: Top 5 Naija songs turning 20 years in 2020

Classic Nigerian Songs that were released in 2006 and turned 15 years in 2021

• Kolomental-Faze
• Imagine that-Styl-Plus
• Angel of My Life-Paul Play Dairo
• Adara- Sasha P
• For Instance-2baba
• Olori Oko-Infinity
• Swo- Marvellous Benjy
• Why Me- D’banj
• Ijoya- Weird MC
• Kerewa-Zule Zoo

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Classic Nigerian Songs that turned 15 years in 2021.

However, orchestrating the list of rap artists of the decade in the Nigerian music industry, we’ll also slightly talk about the evolution of Nigerian hip-hop from the last decade to the new decade.

The evolution started around 2016, when rappers started migrating from rapping to singing, making rap seems less important, it comes to a point that almost all our rappers were singing verses instead of rapping.

However, back in the day’s rap music was everything and more, a lot of artists gain prominence through rap music such as Sasha P., M.I Abaga, Vector, Mr Raw, Olamide, Phyno, and so on.

In this decade, a lot has changed, with the emergence of new school hip-hop acts and genre modifications such as a trap in the sub-genre.

• RELATED: Sarkodie is on the verge of becoming a Ghanaian musical legend
• RELATED: Top 10 Nigerian rapper-Singer Collaborations

What is a decade?

A decade is a period of ten years, so the decade we are looking at ranges from (2010 – 2020).

Editorial Pick

Why Olamide? Olamide‘s peak happens to be the beginning of the decade (2010) to date of consistency and impact in the Nigeria rap scene.

M.I Abaga was around before the decade (2008), dominating part of the last decade alongside Mode nine, Rugged Man, Mr Raw, and the likes.

List of Rap artists of the decade in the Nigerian music industry

Olamide

Olamide is a Nigerian hip-hop recording artist, songwriter, and singer, one of the most versatile Nigerian artists.

Olamide launched officially in 2011, after releasing his debut studio album, and to date has the biggest music catalog in the Nigerian music industry, he also releases studio albums annually.

M.I Abaga

M.I coined from Mr Incredible is Nigerian hip-hop recording artistes, songwriter, and record producer, considered as one of the best lyricists with longevity.

M.I cracked the mainstream in 2008, after his viral hit single titled ‘Crowd mentality’ and since then till now he is still on top of the game, he is the most decorated Nigerian rapper of all time.

Vector

Olanrewaju Ogunmefun popularly known as Vector is a Nigerian rapper and songwriter, also considered a poet and lyricist towards the grading of his wordplay.

Vector gain dominance in 2010, who raps in both English and Yoruba basically dominated the hip-hop scene in 2016 with his hit track titled ‘Lafiaji’

Phyno  

Phyno is a Nigerian hip-hop recording artist, record producer, songwriter, and singer.

• RELATED: Intensive reflection on Ycee’s unbeatable musical runs
• RELATED: Top 10 Most Streamed 2021 Nigerian Songs On Spotify so far 

With the real name Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, one of the forerunners of indigenous rap music Phyno started making a wave right from 2010 with the hit track ‘Multiply’ featuring M.I, Flavour, Mr Raw, and Timaya.

Phyno, therefore solidify his name in the mainstream after dropping his debut album.

Ice Prince

Panshak Henry Zamani popularly known as Ice Prince is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter, He gained prominence after his single “Oleku”, Brymo assisted track.

Also, Ice Prince hasn’t done so much in this decade like he used to do but still much around in the hip-hop conversation and the list wouldn’t be completed without adding his name.

Reminisce

Remilekun Abdulkalid Safaru known by his stage names Reminisce and ALAGA IBILE, is a Nigerian versatile musician, singer, rapper, and songwriter.

He has mastered the art of performing in both English and his native language, Yoruba.

Ycee

Oludemilade Martin Alejo known professionally as Ycee or Zaheer is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter, He gained popularity after his single “Condo”

Erigga

Erhiga Agarivbie popularly known as Erigga also refers to PaperBoi, 2 seconds, Eribaba, New Money is a Nigerian hip hop recording artist and songwriter.

Erigga has been on the conversation recently on the list of top best rappers.

Ill Bliss

Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor popularly known as Ill Bliss also called Oga Boss is a Nigerian hip-hop recording artist and songwriter, considered one of the best lyricists in the Nigerian music industry.

Illbliss won the Lyricist on the Roll category at the 14th edition of the Headies Award for his song ‘Country’ which was held on February 21, 2021.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Rap artists of the decade in the Nigerian music industry.

While Lord of Ajasa is credited as one of the first rappers to pioneer rapping in Yoruba, Dagrin is seen as the rapper that made Yoruba rap songs cool and popularized them, paving way for artists like Olamide and Reminisce.

Today we would be looking at the best rap verses from Dagrin on songs in which he was featured on.

• RELATED: Top 5 songs from Nigerian artistes that are deceased
• RELATED: Dagrin Songs that will motivate you.

123 (Remix)- DJ Neptune

This was one of the best tracks that Dagrin ever featured on. “123” is still one of the best rap songs to come out of the Nigerian rap community. Despite being surrounded by other prolific English rappers like M.I Abaga and Naeto C, Dagrin didn’t fail to deliver.

Turn Me Around- Kenny St Brown (KSB)

Dagrin might be street but just like most artists, he has reverence for the divine being. Produced by Sheyman, “Turn Me Around” shows Dagrin paying reverence to God for his success. I wish he was featured on more gospel songs before his death.

Mercies Of The Lord Remix-Oritse Femi

Dagrin’s verse on this song is one of his best. It’s as good as any verse Dagrin ever dropped. It had everything and in his usual manner, he never strayed from the central theme and topic of the song.

Lowkey, ‘Mercies of the Lord Remix,’ was bigger than the original because of Dagrin.

Ako Mi Ti Poju-Naeto C

Ako Mi Ti Poju is the second song Dagrin and Naeto C collaborated on. For some reason, this song is one of Dagrin‘s underrated collaboration. But when it comes down to it, it displays his ability to discuss the vanity with his trademark roots in archetypal Hip-Hop.

At the beginning of Dagrin’s verse, the beat switches to announce his arrival on the song to which he doesn’t disappoint with lyrical wordplays

The part of, “Mo lo sa ATM, mo gba gbem, Mo mu Sagem, so I call all of them…” will always be impressive.

Owo Ati Swagga- Cartiair

In 2009, Nigerian rapper, Cartiair dropped what is now clear was a trap song. It was the smash hit single, ‘Owo Ati Swagger,’ with the beat sampled from Lil Wayne’s 2008 “Milli” song, the song glorified all things prim, proper and bougie.

While the song was a successful hit the remix was unsurprisingly not as big. However, Dagrin’s verse on the song is unforgettable. While the song dropped in December 2009, it did not really take off till after Dagrin passed.

He took the beat and dropped a delivery that merged the central theme of braggadocio and vanity with impressive bars. It’s hard to forget his wordplay with the metaphors of the crotch, Gucci, Prada, Barbers and Clippers and how he was not, ‘a rapper, but a lyrical tyrant.’

• RELATED: Popular Nigerian Artists and the inspiration behind their stage names
• RELATED: List of African artists that reached #1 on the Billboard world album chart

Champion(Remix)- General Pype

The first time most people heard the name Barack O’ Grin was from this song. On this song, Dagrin raised the bar so high with his verse leaving his imprint on the song despite it having artists like Vector, Naeto C, Sasha P and GT on it.

Emi Ni- Ruggedman

Released in 2010 off Ruggedman’s “Untouchable” album, “Emi Ni” is one of the last songs Dagrin did before his death.

“Emi Ni” is a Yoruba phrase word that means “It’s Me” in English. With two strong verses, Dagrin reminds people why he is a lyrical monster. The Music video was released after the passing of Dagrin.

KabaKaba- Konga

On “KabaKaba“, Fuji and Hip-Hop meet to produce an eargasm. Dagrin opens the song with a fire verse.

Efimile-YQ

Produced by the late Dokta Frabz, Dagrin raps about envy and how people are on his case to explain his source of wealth.

• RELATED: Most streamed Nigerian female afrobeat project of all time on Spotify
• RELATED: African artists with an entry on Billboard’s Artist Year-End Chart

Kosorombe-Dipp

“Kosorombo” is another underrated Dagrin’s feature. The love song had the rapper spitting out promises enough to flutter a woman’s heart.

Notable Mentions

1. Lord of Ajasa – Virus
2. Ajuju- Fimile Jo
3. Reminisce- Gbabe
4. Teeblaq-Oti Yapa
5. Oluwe- Ewe Lowo
6. Laylow – Meet Me At The Top
7. 9ice – Loni Ni
8. Sossick – Jor O
9. Tilla Man – Get Low
10. Iceberg Slim – I Made It
11. Jazzman- Olofin erekere

Dagrin best rap verses on songs he was featured on

• 123 (Remix)- DJ Neptune
• Turn Me Around- Kenny Saint Brown
• Mercies of the Lord(Remix)- Oritse Femi
• Ako Mi Ti Poju- Naeto C
• Owo Ati Swagga- Cartiair
• Champion-General Pype
• Emi Ni- Ruggedman
• Kabakaba-Konga
• Efimile-YQ
• Kosorombe-DIPP

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Remembering Dagrin: His best rap verses on songs he was featured on.

However, spanning through the list of the top 10 best rappers in Nigeria at the moment, we’ll slightly talk about the evolution of Nigerian hip-hop.

There was a serious revolution in Nigerian hip-hop, reflecting the day’s rap music was everything and more.

Many artists gain prominence through rap music such as RuggedMan, Eedris Abdukareem, Da grin, Sasha P., M.I Abaga, Vector, Mr Raw, Olamide, Phyno and so on.

• RELATED: List of Top 10 most followed Nigerian musicians on Instagram
• RELATED: List of Top 10 most followed Nigerian musicians on Facebook

In this decade, a lot has changed, with the emergence of new school hip-hop acts and genre modification such as a trap in the sub-genre.

Below is the list  of the top 10 best Nigerian rappers of the new decade;

M.I Abaga

M.I coined from Mr Incredible is Nigerian hip-hop recording artistes, songwriter and record producer, considered as one of the best lyricists with longevity.

M.I cracked the mainstream in 2008, after his viral hit single titled ‘Crowd mentality’ and since then till now he is still on top of the game, he is the most decorated Nigerian rappers of all time.

Olamide

Olamide is Nigerian hip-hop recording artistes, songwriter and singer, one of the most versatile Nigerian artist.

Olamide launched officially in 2011, after releasing his debut studio album, and to date has the biggest music catalogue in the Nigerian music industry, he also releases studio album annually.

Vector

Olanrewaju Ogunmefun popularly known as Vector is a Nigerian rapper and songwriter, also considered a poet and lyricist towards the grading of his wordplay.

Vector gain dominance in 2010, who raps in both English and Yoruba basically dominated the hip-hop scene in 2016 with his hit track titled ‘Lafiaji’

Falz

Folarin Falana popularly known as Falz.

Falz also gains prominence after the release of his debut studio album, Falz most commonly infuse comic lines into his rap with a storytelling delivery.

Phyno  

Phyno is a Nigerian hip-hop recording artist, record producer, songwriter and singer.

• RELATED: List of Top 10 most followed Nigerian musicians on Twitter
• RELATED: African artists with the most Spotify monthly listeners at the moment

With real name Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, one of the forerunners of indigenous rap music, Phyno started making wave right from 2010 with the hit track ‘Multiply’ featuring M.I, Flavour, Mr Raw, and Timaya.

Phyno, therefore solidify his name in the mainstream after dropping his debut album.

BlaqBonez

Emeka Akumefule is popularly known as BlaqBonez is a Nigerian hip-hop artist, songwriter, new school acts that gradually becoming the most talked about topic in the Nigerian hip hop space.

BlaqBonez is infusing trap, Afropop into rap, carving a popular new school sound impact.

Erigga

Erhiga Agarivbie popularly known as Erigga also refers to PaperBoi, 2 seconds, Eribaba, New Money is a Nigerian hip hop recording artist and songwriter.

Erigga has been on the conversation recently on the list of top best rappers.

LadiPoe

Ladipo Eso popularly known as Ladipoe or sometimes called Poe is a Nigerian songwriter and rapper, signed to Mavin Records.

Ladipoe won the award for best collaboration at the #14thHeadies being on the 21st of February 2021.

Ill Bliss

Tobechukwu Melvin Ejiofor popularly known as Ill Bliss also called Oga Boss is a Nigerian hip-hop recording artist and songwriter, considered one of the best lyricists in the Nigerian music industry.

Illbliss won the Lyricist on the Roll category at the 14th edition of the Headies Award for his song ‘Country’ which was held on February 21, 2021.

Ice Prince

Panshak Henry Zamani popularly known as Ice Prince is a Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter, He gained prominence after his single “Oleku”, Brymo assisted track.

Also, Ice Prince hasn’t done so much in this decade like he used to do but still much around in the hip-hop conversation and the list wouldn’t be completed without adding his name.

List of top 10 best Nigerian rappers of the new decade

1. M.i Abaga

2. Olamide

3. Vector

4. Falz

5. Phyno

6. Blaqbonez

7. Erigga

8. Ladipoe

9. Ill Bliss

10. Ice Prince

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on List of top 10 best Nigerian rappers of the new decade.

The evolution started in the mid-2010s when rappers started migrating from rapping to singing, making rap seems less important, it comes to a point that almost all our rappers were singing verses instead of rapping like they used to, hence this question Can Rap Music still sell in the Nigerian Music industry?

• RELATED: Top 10 Best Live Performers In Nigerian Music Industry
• RELATED: Nigerian Female Rappers who once dominated the rap industry

What is rap? rap or rapping is talking delicately and rhythmically, often with a very multiplex rhythm even without tonal concerns, which implies that it doesn’t necessarily need a particular kind of voice to blend.

We’ll be highlighting why is possible to revive rap music in the Nigerian music industry, gone are the days that everyone embraces and gives attention to rap music if we’re being honest, the focus now is only for the top rap artistes perhaps, no room for the up and coming ones, unlike when everyone had almost same attention prior to talent and hard work.

M.I released an album titled ‘talk about it‘ in 2008, and a hardcore rap song titled ‘Safe’ featuring Djinee was part of the song that gained massive reception on the album, so basically Nigerian was all about rap music then, it was very appreciated.

Olamide came out with ‘Eni Duro‘ it was a hardcore rap song, with no single singing verse on it, yet it was massively accepted, with due accolades and praises.

Phyno did the same thing with his singles such as ‘Parcel‘, ‘Man of the Year (Obago)‘ and ‘Ghost Mode‘ all were hardcore rap songs yet it was widely accepted and appreciated.

• RELATED: African Artistes that have debuted on the UK Singles Chart
• RELATED: Nigerian Artists that started from the Choir

However, it is a different case now, as little or no attention being paid to rap music in the Nigerian music industry, the reason for the total abolishing of rap culture is still a mystery, especially in today’s market.

In my opinion, I  still believe rap music can still sell in the Nigerian music industry, it just needs to be well packaged,  it is evident Nigerians prefer melody and groovy vibes now, so mixing it with rap will definitely draw attention and gradually rap can be restored, for example, Vector ‘Early Momo’ feat. GoodGirl LA is currently gaining ground day by day because of the melody infused on it, same as Ladipoe Know You feat. Simi.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Can Rap Music still sell in Nigerian Music industry?.

Back then, Nigerian Female Rappers were the equivalent to the current Afro-Pop Divas that dominate the music industry presently.

During those period most female categories in Award shows were won by Female rappers. Sasha P was one of the biggest recipents.

In 2007, DJ Jimmy Jatt has released the critical acclaimed song, “Too Much” which featured Sasha P, Blaise, B.O.U.Q.U.I and Kemistry.

Each lady gave their very best and kept the tempo of the song to the highest degree they could. They ere unstoppable indviadually and as a team.

However, as time passed the Nigeria rap music scene has been missing some girl power for a while. This is contributed by a lot of reasons which include the rise and popularity of Afropop/Afrobeat genre and the evolution of the rap industry.

Today, we would be celebrating the Ladies that held the Rap Industry down and gave us hits to remember.

• RELATED: Top 10 Best Live Performers In Nigerian Music Industry
• RELATED: African Artistes that have debuted on the UK Singles Chart

Sasha P

Singer/rapper, Anthonia Yetunde Alabi popularly known in the music industry as Sasha P once ruled the airwaves, from Radio to TV with her amazing voice.

Sasha P thrived in what was considered a male-dominated industry, where artistes dished club bangers that rocked and set music lovers on their feet. The rapper in her heyday was the most prominent woman in Nigerian hip-hop, even bagging the title, first lady of Nigeria hip-hop.

She gained success at a time when there were very few Nigerian women in Hip Hop music. Her success helped pave the way for other female rappers and musicians in Nigerian hip-hop.

Her hit singles, Emi Le Gan and Adara, earned her accolades as she was also extremely decorated and achieved a number of firsts for Nigerian women.

In 2008, she became the first Nigerian female artist to perform at the World Music Awards, and two years later, she became the first Nigerian to win the Best Female Artiste award at MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) and Women in Entertainment Awards, UK in 2009 for single titled Adara.

Since her break from music to focus on her clothing line, Eclectic by Sasha, little or nothing has been heard from her musically.

Blaise

Blaise, born Obafunke Martin Luther, is a Nigerian music artist with a distinct sound. She was born in Lagos but spent a portion of her childhood in the United Kingdom and Ibadan.

She began her rap career as a member of one of Nigeria’s most infamous rap crews, Da Trybe. They gained a lot of popularity with their hit song, Oya.

After the dissolve of Da Trybe, she became a solo artist and paired up with one of her ex-group member’s who produced her number 1 singles, “The Definition” and “Bragging Rights.” After this, she gained a lot of respect and popularity in Nigerian Hip Hop.

Her unique approach to Hip Hop was what brought her into the limelight. Her slick delivery could definitely bring her back and take her all the way up on the charts.

Bouqui

Real name- Bukola Afolayan, B.O.U.Q.U.I is a Rapper/Singer/Songwriter. Born at Ife, Nigeria, she started out her musical career as part of an all-female Gospel group, G-Vibes whilst a student of the University of Ife in the 1990’s.

She branched out on a solo career in 1999 and got her break-through in 2005, with the album – “BOUQUI” with hits like “Vanity”, “Molejo” and “Get it started”

BOUQUI hit the air waves with a bang when she released her hit track- Molejo. From then she went from glory to glory. Though her focus is on gospel music, this didn’t deter her from making an impact. She has since relocated to the US.

She has released a total of four albums and an EP.

Mo’Cheddah

When most people think about Mocheddah, they remember a tomboyish girl who stormed into the music scene at a young age.

Modupe-Oreoluwa Oyeyemi aka Mo’Cheddah is both a Nigerian rapper and singer. She released her debut studio album, Franchise Celebrity (while signed to Knighthouse Entertainment.

The album was preceded by the 2009 promotional single “If You Want Me”. 80% of the songs on Franchise celebrity were hits. She parted ways with Knighthouse in February 2012 and established her own label, Cheddah Music.

Eva Alordiah

Elohor Eva Alordiah best known as Eva is one multi-talented young lady. She is a rapper, entertainer, make-up artist, fashion designer and entrepreneur.

Eva has bars for days. The Award-winning rapper got inspired to start rapping after listening to a song by Eminem.

She released her debut EP, The GIGO in 2011 which was supported by four singles: “I Done Did It”, “Down Low”, “Garbage Out (Your Fada)”, and “High”.  She later released her first album, ‘1960’ in 2016

Weird MC

Shola Idowu aka Weird MC is arguably one of the pioneers of female rap in Nigeria. Right from her time in the UK, Weird MC was already rapping and topping charts.

When she came back to Nigeria, The rapper released her first hit song “Allen Avenue” off her debut album, “Simply Weird” in the early 90s.

Then in the early 2000s, she ruled the airwaves with the hit song, ‘Ijoya” which is still a classic to date. Her performance on P-square’s “Busybody” can’t be forgotten.

• RELATED: Top 10 Throwback Naija Rap songs
• RELATED: Rap Songs by Nigerian Rappers that should dominate your playlist

Kemistry

Kemi Olisemeka known as Kemistry was more popular for her role as an O.A.P than a rapper. After moving back to Nigeria in 2003 she started out at Raypower then joined the sports radio, Brilla FM before moving again to Rhythm FM .

During her time at Rhythm FM, she released tracks like ‘Ijo ti ya’, ‘Shake’ and a did a few collaborations like the hit ‘Too Much’ by DJ Jimmy Jatt ft Bouqui, Blaise, Sasha P and herself.

Hall of Fame

In 2011, Tha Suspect released the Naija Femcees version of his hit song, “I No Send You featuring Sasha, Muna, Eva, Mo-Cheddah, Blaise, and Zee.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Nigerian Female Rappers who once dominated the rap industry.

Everything has a past. The industry has a past. There was a time when there was no Olamide, no Davido, no Tiwa Savage, no Burna Boy. But, still, there were many other talented chaps who served us hits, and made us exclaim “what a time to be alive!”

Well, today, we’re throwing back ten hits from the back in the days. And we’re sure you’re gonn’ bang ’em all, and it’s gonn’ bring back some nostalgia. So, quickly, in no particular order.

• Paul Play Dairo – Angel Of My Life

Paul is the son of highlife legend, IK Dairo, and his venture into music, was quite successful, too.

“Angel Of My Life” remains his biggest hit, ever, and one of the classic RnB songs Nigeria will ever get.

• PSquare – Gimme Dat

The defunct P-Square, were a sensational duo, in the industry, back then. They were steady dropping hits, shutting down concerts, and re-shaping the culture. They did Afro-pop, RnB, dancehall, and just about any genre you could think of.

The track, “Gimme Dat” was off their “Double Trouble” album, and it was a big hit, nationwide. The video which was posted in October 2010, currently has 7M+ views on YouTube.

“She’s on fire, eh eh, oh oh oh oh, she no dey tire…”

• M.I Abaga – Fast Money Fast Cars (ft. Wizkid)

M.I’s “Talk About It” was a revolutionary piece, in many ways. Apart from the fact that it schooled rappers on what a hip hop album should look like, it also towed the unconventional collabo path (M.I knows how to choose who he collaborates with).

There was “Safe,” which had “Ego” crooner, Djinee, and there was “Fast Money Fast Cars,” the track that unveiled WizKid.

Far back as 2008, see how Wizkid could deliver on a hook!

• D’banj – Why Me

D’banj was the Wizkid of his time. He was comfortable with the music, and he made hits effortlessly.

“Why Me” is off his 2006 sophomore album, “RunDown Funk U Up,” and it was a big banger. With a relatable storyliner, and catchy hook, D’banj captured the whole scene with this!

• Wande Coal – Bumper to Bumper

Wande Coal is super-talented, and he’s a great musician. He signed to Mo’ hits in 2006, and dropped the love song “Ololufe” one of the hottest classics, ever.

And, then, there was the club anthem of 2009 “Bumper To Bumper,” everybody was banging it at that time. You just had to follow Wande spend his money!

• Eedris Abdulkareem – Jaga Jaga

Eedris, though considered by many as a whack rapper, was one of the pioneers of what would now become “hip-hop” in Nigeria. He was signed to Kennis.

He’s even more notorious for his 2004 hit, “Jaga Jaga,” a song that aptly criticized the way things were going under the Obasanjo-led government. The song was banned, and consequently Eedris’ career dwindled.

But, you know “Jaga Jaga” was already a hit. Everyone could sing it!

• Banky W – Ebute Metta

Banky W has been doing his music lowkey for years, before the smash hit “Ebute Metta” came, in ’08.

“Ebute Metta” was a remix of Rihanna’s “Umbrella,”and it preceded the now-classic “Mr Capable” album.

• RuggedMan – Ehen

Yes, we know Mode9 is the most lyrical and M.I changed the rap game, but long before that, Ruggedy Baba came. With “Ehen,” he scattered the rap throne that was chaired by whack rappers, like Eedris Abdulkareem.

At a time when Keke Ogungbe’s Kennis held a monopoly on the industry, RuggedMan came and changed everything. He dissed ’em all on “Ehen,” before people like SauceKid, M.I and Mode9 came and breathe fresh air into rap. Respect!

• Shank – Julie

The only thing that is left of a once promising artist, called Shank are throwbacks.

“Julie” was one of the hits the dancehall art gave us, and it rocked the airwaves in ’11. Everytime we ask this, and we’ll still keep asking, where is Shank?

• General Pype – Champion Remix (ft. Dagrin, Vector, Naeto C, Sasha P)

General Pype’s “Champion” was a big hit, too. And it was an ode to Jamaican athlete Usain Bolt, who broke his record in the 100m race, that year.

The remix was loaded. A verse from the late Dagrin, “Kini Big Deal” rapper, Naeto C, Vector tha Viper, and Nigeria’s foremost femcee, Sasha P. Champion thing!

Which of these throwback hits are you in love with, right now?

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Mp3bullet TBT! 10 Classic Throwback Hits From The 2000s.

Sasha P

“ We always hear songs about people in love, but not enough about the different ways it can happen. They say being in love with your best friend is the best relationship – when it’s mutual! This one is inspired by a true-life story and dedicated to celebrating THAT MOMENT, you realized you had fallen in love with that special someone! Enjoy”

Listen and tell us if the song is as hot as its artwork.

This post appeared first on Mp3bullet.ng... Read Original post on Sasha P – Falling in Love f. Myst.