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Naija Hit Tracks Of 2010
Although there are several songs by various artists that make waves in the Nigerian music industry today, there are very few tracks that thrill music lovers each time they are played. Because of their popularity particularly among the youths, the artistes have not only become stars, but millionaires through their sales.
These hit tracks include Ekaete (Maye Hunta):- The track is hinged on the fact that till date we still hear numerous stories on men engaging in amorous relationships with their house girls so the song is basically relaying some of the serious issues that marriages face. It was put together by a South African based Olumayowa Adenkule Odejimi aka Maye Hunta from Ogun State, his new album expected to hit the market soon is called “mayefestation”.
E no Easy (P-Square) The album contains a few party warmers from Peter and Paul Okoye. The dynamic duo also released their newest album ‘Danger’. They are arguably Africa’s most popular contemporary music group with a catalogue of hit songs which include ‘Get Squared’, Bizzy Body, and ‘Do me’. They have also featured guests artistes in their albums namely J. Martins and Tuface.
Lagos Party remix (Banky W) Bankole Wellington aka Banky W is no longer the new kid in the block. Mr. Capable as he is also called has released two brand new singles namely ‘strong thing’ and Lagos Party. He will be releasing his sophomore album tentatively titled. The “W. Experience’ very soon.
Omoba (D’Prince Ft D’banj). After featuring on numerous Mo’Hits records, D’Prince has finally kicked off his solo musical career. Check out 3 singles from his forthcoming album and his hit track ‘Omoba’. D’Prince definitely has a unique flow and there is some thing about his lyrics that keeps you entertained.
Gbamu Gbamu (qice): multiple award Winning Alaopmeji recording artiste first officially dropped the first single of his upcoming album ‘Gbamu Gbamu’. The album which has been tagged the most anticipated album of 2009 features hit tracks upon hit tracts. A fusion of proverbial lyrics in Yoruba, a danceable tune and a unique style that is known to belong to qice.
Champion (General Pype) He was first heard on the club banger’ strong thing’ on Shasha’s album ‘First Lady’ which brought him to the attention of storm records. Since then he has been busy developing his talent and has made other major hits with M.I on Teaser and also on the radio smash ‘Monkey Banana’. The track champion applies to every one everywhere; we can all be champions only stay focused and never give up on the dream, keep pushing.
Happy Days (Weird MC). The controversial Adesola Adesumbo Idowu popularly called Weird Mc is a producer, song writer and rap artiste. She is one of Nigeria’s, indeed Africa’s most sought after rap artiste. The first Nigerian to produce a single video after which she featured in Alariwo of Africa’s ‘Yawa Go Gas’.
Today she is Nigeria’s highest selling female artiste and has a new album titled “broken silence” ‘which has the hot single happy days as one of it.
Come and See (Anny Ft Kefee) Mrs. Anna Ibrahim was a banker turned musician who recently launched her second album titled “Father U Too Much’ in Kano. The gospel artiste’s ‘Come and See’ track is a must listen for every music lover.
Pop champagne (Dr sid): Born Sidney Onoriode Esiri, a multi talented artiste signed into Mo Hits records released his debut ‘Winchi Winchi, ‘Some thing about you’ and Pop Champagne. All the three singles released from his album are certified hits. He has featured in Mo Hits All Stars Curriculum Vitae album and the video for ‘move your body’, booty call ‘Kpere’ and ‘Close to you.’ His debut album ‘Turning point’ is yet to be released.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’