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Today’s #BumpThis is for all gospel music lovers, prayer warriors and choristers finding the latest in the gospel scene. Enjoy our playlist of the latest Nigerian Gospel songs.
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Love Me First — Chidinma
Nigerian Gospel music meets Amapiano on Chidinma’s latest song. Love Me First is her claim that God’s love for her existed before birth. Legworks can’t fail to this song of praise.
Ojoro — Mike Abdul feat. Clement Wyte
Ojoro, as stated in Mike Abdul’s song, is a snide remark haters drop when they see blessings falling on your lap and blame God for impartiality.
Lolo Remix — O’Tobi feat. Drakare
O’Tobi gets deep in his loverboy bag to describe the joy his babe gives him. God also got some shout-out for sending the babe his way. Drakare seasoned the track with a rap verse.
Made A Way — Prince Dayo feat. Hosana
Made A Way is a well-scored ministration song. From its slow-paced drums, guitar and keyboard chords to the choral backups, this track can never miss any time you yearn to praise and worship.
Adonai — Stephanie Keri feat. De Muna and David Williams
If you need gospel worship songs that sound like the clouds are open and angels are hovering around, I recommend Stephanie Keri’s Adonai. David Williams’ soothing vocals backed up Stephenie, and De Muna fueled it with her spoken word performance.
Do to Me What You Want — Dunsin Oyekan
In an eleven-minute-long ministration of worship and praise music, Dunsin Oyekan leads the music about totally surrendering himself to the higher power. Do to Me What You Want is a dedication song.
Jaiye — Kaydeegospel
Kaydeegospel made this song so intimate one would first think it’s about a lover, but it’s God. Have a sweet relationship with God together, and make this your date soundtrack.
He Cares — PYEFA
PYEFA uses his faith as a reference point for those seeking God’s face. He sings, “I no know wetin be your story, just know that Jesus Christ, he cares for you.”
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For those who’ve set goals to express more gratitude, Spotify has crafted playlists with songs that express the essence of salvation. If you’re trying to be more prayerful, these playlists will ignite the prayer warrior in you too.
Praise and Worship
This playlist is 80 songs long, featuring Nigerian artists like Kent Edunjobi, South Africa’s Christina Shusho and the U.S’s Maverick City Music. A perfect balance of home and abroad gospel jams.
On Bended Knees
This playlist is long enough to take you through a five-hour prayer session. May the good Lord answer our prayers.
Aseda
Before the Yorùbá in you translates “aseda” to mean “creator”, know that it also means “gratitude” in Twi, a language spoken by the Ashanti in Ghana. That’s what this playlist is about. It’s made for you if you’re looking to explore gospel music from the Gold Coast.
Redeemed
A mixed all-African playlist featuring gospel artists like Lanre Teriba (Nigeria) and Malcom Rue (Uganda) and secular acts like Mr Eazi (Nigeria) and Khaligraph Jones (Kenya). This playlist recognises the faith-based perspectives of everyone; it’s a proper deception of “everyone is welcome to the fold.”
Gospel music remains one of the most popular genres in Nigeria. Beyond the four corners of the church, the songs have elevated to become foreign exports and taken its artists to big stages such as Afrobeats Festival, The Experience, Afropunk London, Coast 2 Coast Music Festival, etc.
In the last decade, Nigerian gospel music has experienced new generation musicians who’ve helped bring younger people and unbelievers into the fold. If you’re looking for the gospel musicians making waves with their music, here’s a list.
Anendlessocean
He’s a fast-rising Nigerian singer-songwriter from Lagos. Well-known for his blend of R&B, pop and soul music— a sound some of his fans have described “gospel but doesn’t feel like gospel.” With one album to his name, Anendlessocean is slowly building a solid fanbase. He’s considered one of the best talents of his generation. His second album, Decagon comes out August 18.
Limoblaze
If you’re not familiar with his brand, you’d call this cap, but Limoblaze is one of the biggest exports the Nigerian music scene has seen in recent times. The Nigerian gospel rapper started his music career independently in 2014. Since then he has gone on to develop consistency, versatility and music-making skills that set him apart from peers. His six music projects testify to this. He’s now signed to Reach Records, owned by famous American gospel artist, Lecrae. Limoblaze is set to join the list of Nigerian superstars who’ve sold out and performed at the O2 Academy this September.
Ty Bello
She’s known for songwriting skills and live music approach. In 2008, Ty Bello’s Greenland, her debut album, won multiple awards like Sound City Award and Nigeria Music Award. Her sophomore album, The Future, was released in 2011— with features from Banky W, Tara Fela-Durotoye, the late Sound Sultan, etc. Since then, four other full-length projects have followed, including her latest album, Heaven Has Come; a 20-track album, which was released in May, is already making statements as some of the best music to come out of 2023.
Apostle Emmanuel Iren is the founder and general pastor of Celebration Church International, popularly known as CCI, with its headquarters in Lagos. When he’s not preaching, he’s singing or writing songs, and leading his Outburst Music Group. Although many listeners acknowledge Apostolos as his first album, he actually released a debut titled Kerygma in December 2017.
O’tobi
“Otobi lomo na” as he fondly praises himself on songs, is that guy. His 2017 EP, Son of God is an example of how the talent makes some of the best gospel music in the country— he infuses African percussion and contemporary swag into his songs. In 2021, he released his debut album titled Breakfast (Afrogospel Vol 1). Throughout 2022, he dropped a series of singles. 2023, he is back with another one called Take It featuring Marizu and Tbabz.
CalledOutMusic
Born in Kaduna, Nigeria, now based in England, CalledOutMusic is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He started his career In 2016, and between then and now, he has released two successful albums, won a Best Gospel Act at UK Entertainment Award (2020), MOBO awards (2020), and toured internationally. CalledOutMusic is famously known for his deep lyricism.
Greatman Takit
Former member of award-winning music group The Gratitude, Greatman Takit is one of Nigeria’s best young gospel artists. He’s a rapper and singer who has struck a fine balance with his raps and Afrobeats elements. In 2016, he released WildFire (The EP) and put out another EP titled Energy (Afropop Gospel Vol. 1) in 2021. His 2023 singles, Melody and Asiwaju are more proof of his conscious efforts to dominate our playlists. Greatman Takit is an incredible musician, unconfined to a musical box— on any type of sound, he showcases great artistry without losing sight of his goal to uplift and spread gospel messages.
Jlyricz
Jlyricz is a Lagos-based singer-songwriter, author and poet, born and raised in Benin-City. He hasn’t looked back since his debut in 2017. His discography is full of singles and projects like The Redeemed (2017), Thankful, Love Play (2018), Love & Gospel: The Collection. This year, he has released another album titled Spirit & Rhythm II and a new single, Lifting Me High. Besides his impressive consistency, Jlyricz’s soulful vocals and puts him on lists of Nigerian gospel artists that should be on your radar.
If you grew up in a Christian household, we’re certain you heard these songs more times than you cared to. These songs were an essential part of your Sunday morning worship sessions or Saturday morning cleaning rituals.
1. Igwe – Midnight Crew
We’re sure you danced to this song during choreography sef.
2. Chinwe Ike – Resonance
This song was so fresh and different when it was released. A bop.
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3. Every album Tope Alabi ever released
If you had a Yoruba mum, we’re sure you listened to Tope Alabi songs all the time. Even if you don’t remember all her songs, you definitely know this one.
4. Every Sola Allyson album ever released
Ife Bi Eji Owuro isn’t particularly a “Christian” song, but it still counts.
5. Gbanari ikpe chukwu – Bro Israel Anyanele
6. Trading my sorrows – Women Of Faith
Did you really grow up in a Christian household if you didn’t trade your sorrows? If you dig deep into your brain, we’re sure you can still remember the choreography you did to this song. “Yes Lord, yes Lord, yes, yes, Lord”
7. Shackles – Mary Mary
Between children’s church teachers and primary school music teachers, we don’t know who was more determined to get those shackles off our feet so we could dance.
8. Every song Ayefele ever sang
“Many, many, many, people, listened to a lot of Ayefele songs. And you were one of them.
9. Nkem Ka Nma – Paul Nwokocha
10. Revolution – Kirk Franklin
You were a cool kid if this song is etched in your memory. You were already trying out “American version” Christianity.
