The Latest Nigerian Hip Hop Music of 2016
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The Latest Nigerian Hip Hop Music of 2016 is a compilation of the newest and hottest tracks coming out of Nigeria.
The Latest Nigerian Hip Hop Music of 2016
The Nigerian hip hop music scene is one of the most vibrant in the world. The latest music coming out of the country is a reflection of the diversity and creativity of the Nigerian people. In this article, we will take a look at the latest Nigerian hip hop music of 2016.
Davido – “If”
Davido’s “If” is a song about a relationships difficulties. The song was released in February 2016 and peaked at number 1 on the Nigerian iTunes chart. The song has been well received by critics and fans alike.
Wizkid – “Ojuelegba”
Wizkid’s “Ojuelegba” was one of the biggest Nigerian hip hop songs of 2016. The song was produced by Sarz and featured Wizkid rapping about his humble beginnings in the Ojuelegba neighborhood of Lagos. The song was a massive hit, and its success helped cement Wizkid as one of the biggest names in Nigerian hip hop.
P-Square – “Collabo”
P-Square is a Nigerian R&B duo composed of identical twin brothers Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye. They produced and released their albums through Square Records. In December 2011, they signed a record deal with Akon’s Konvict Muzik label. Some of their most popular singles include “No One Like U”, “Shekini”, “Personally” and “collabo”.
Yemi Alade – “Kissing”
Yemi Alade – “Kissing” is a song by Nigerian Afrobeats artist Yemi Alade, released as the lead single from her second studio album Mama Africa (2016). The song was written by Alade, and produced by Egar Boi. Upon its release, “Kissing” received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its production and Alade’s vocal performance. An accompanying music video for the song was directed by Paul Gambit and released on 8 March 2016. “Kissing” peaked at number 7 on the Billboard World Digital Songs chart.
The Best Nigerian Hip Hop Albums of 2016
This year has been an amazing year for Nigerian hip hop music. We have seen a lot of great albums being released by some of the best Nigerian hip hop artists. In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the best Nigerian hip hop albums of 2016.
Olamide – “Eyan Mayweather”
Olamide’s “Eyan Mayweather” is the best Nigerian hip hop album of 2016. The album was released on October 23, 2016, by YBNL Nation and features some of the biggest names in Nigerian hip hop, including Lil Kesh, Phyno, and Sean Tizzle. “Eyan Mayweather” is a reference to American boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. and the album’s title track pays homage to him with lines like “You dey mad!/ I be motherf*cking Mayweather.” The album was met with critical acclaim upon its release and is considered one of the best hip hop albums to come out of Nigeria in recent years.
Lil Kesh – “Y.A.G.I”
Lil Kesh’s “Y.A.G.I” is one of the best Nigerian hip hop albums of 2016. The album features some of the biggest names in the Nigerian hip hop scene, including Olamide, Phyno, and 2Baba. “Y.A.G.I” is a true hip hop classic, and it is sure to be remembered as one of the best Nigerian hip hop albums of all time.
Falz – “Stories That Touch”
Falz’s second album “Stories That Touch” is one of the best Nigerian hip hop albums of 2016. The album has a more mature sound than his previous album “Wazup Guy” and features some of the best Nigerian rappers. The album includes the hit single “Soft Work” and the title track “Stories That Touch”.
CDQ – “Quality”
Nigerian rapper CDQ finally released his debut album “Quality” on October 28, 2016, after years of mixtapes and features. “Quality” is a 14-track project that features appearances from Wizkid, D’Banj, Davido, Reminisce, Banky W., Tiwa Savage and others. Production was handled by Jay Pizzle, Masterkraft, GospelOnDeBeatz and more.
The Hottest Nigerian Hip Hop Tracks of 2016
Nigerian hip hop is slowly but surely growing and making a name for itself on the international music scene. And 2016 was a breakout year for the genre with a number of Nigerian hip hop artists releasing hot tracks that had everyone talking. Here are some of the hottest Nigerian hip hop tracks of 2016.
Olamide – “Bobo”
Released in early 2016, “Bobo” is a single by Nigerian Hip Hop artist Olamide. The song was an instant hit, and the accompanying music video has amassed over 26 million views on YouTube. “Bobo” is a fun, upbeat track that celebrates the good life and has quickly become one of the year’s most popular songs.
Lil Kesh – “Efejoku”
Lil Kesh is one of the hottest young rappers in Nigeria right now, and “Efejoku” is one of his biggest hits of 2016. The track is a catchy, party-ready anthem with a heavy bassline and Lil Kesh’s signature rapid-fire flow. If you’re looking for the latest Nigerian hip hop music, this is a must-hear track.
Falz – “Soft Work”
Falz’s “Soft Work” is one of the hottest Nigerian hip hop tracks of 2016. The song features a catchy hook and thoughtful lyrics, and is sure to get any hip hop fan nodding their head.
CDQ – “Nowo E Soke”
Nigerian rapper CDQ dropped a new banger “Nowo E Soke” in late November, and the track has been receiving heavy rotation on radio and TV since then. The song features a classic Hip Hop beat with heavy drums and bass, and CDQ’s lyrics flow perfectly over the instrumentals. “Nowo E Soke” is definitely one of the hottest Nigerian Hip Hop tracks of 2016.
