Over the years, Nigerian pop music has produced several landmark songs that highlight the creativity and ambition of its biggest stars. Among these classics, few records have had the lasting cultural and artistic impact of 2Baba’s 2004 R&B masterpiece, “African Queen.” The song not only became one of the finest individual performances in Nigerian pop history but also helped reshape how music from Nigeria was viewed globally.
A longform spotlight on Zinoleesky—background, sound, and essential listening.
Billboard shared a list of artists who had one very big hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart but did not reach that same level again. Rema was included on that list because Calm Down was a huge success in the United States, reaching No. 3 and becoming one of the biggest Afrobeats songs ever on the chart
The Nigerian musician uses this track to openly talk about ambition, mental stress, and the emotional challenges that come with trying to “make it.” Instead of relying on confidence and flashy lyrics, Fitzy takes a more honest and thoughtful approach in his songwriting.
A longform spotlight on Fireboy DML—background, sound, and essential listening.
A longform spotlight on Rema—background, sound, and essential listening.
A longform spotlight on Wizkid—background, sound, and essential listening.
Valentine’s Day often revolves around couples—romantic movies, love-themed playlists, special promotions, and constant reminders of relationships everywhere you look. For single people, the day can feel isolating, especially if you’re longing for love or simply tired of all the romance-focused hype.
This week’s music releases perfectly match the Valentine’s season, offering a mix of romance, celebration, and confident self-expression. Whether you’re in love or just enjoying good music, there’s something here for you.
A longform spotlight on Yemi Alade—background, sound, and essential listening.
Owning your masters means owning the original recordings of your songs. It gives an artist the authority to license, sell, distribute, or monetize that music without needing permission from a record label.
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This list is for people who will actually be spending Valentine’s Day with someone. Lover boys and lover girls who need music that sits gently in the background while they hang out — music that supports intimacy without hijacking it. Every song here earns its place.
