Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the wordpress-seo domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/bcm/src/dev/www/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121
Oxlade | Zikoko!

Quizzes

Stacks

Shows

Podcasts

Newsletters

Naira Life

Love Life

Hustleprint

Love Currency

Sunken Ships

What She Said

My Bro

So You Don’t Have To

Interview With…

Zikoko Memes

Jollof Road

Cholera Outbreak Update

Follow our socials

  • Show Dem Camp May Have Saved 2022 With “Palmwine Music 3”

    Did Show Dem Camp (SDC) just release the waviest album of the year? Yes. While albums like Asa’s V and Burna Boy’s Love, Damini showed different sides to the artists behind them, and Omah Lay’s Boy Alone delved deeper into the mind of a rising star, something about Show Dem Camp’s Palmwine Music 3 feels like the ultimate breath of fresh air. 

    With appearances from past collaborators like BOJ, Moelogo and Ladipoe, as well as new entries from Tay Iwar, Victony and Nesta, Palmwine 3 feels like the best way to close the group’s highlife-inspired trilogy. So with 16 features across 17 songs, which features slapped the hardest? 

    Apollo (feat. Tay Iwar) 

    It’s been eight years since I first heard Tay Iwar on his debut project, Passport, and this man’s voice still gives me goosebumps all over. Apollo is an obvious party starter, just like most of the songs on this album, but the way Tay Iwar skates seamlessly on the chorus with this rap-song type of melody makes it a major highlight for me. 

    PS: If you need another reason not to trust men, listen to how SDC and Tay Iwar make having apollo sound sexy AF!

    Wyw (feat. Bellah) 

    “I hope she cheats on you. I hope she makes a fool of you. I hope she carries belle for your friend,” Bellah chose violence on Wyw, and it’s giving me endorphins. Taking the blame game to another level, the song follows a messy break-up with Tec and Ghost trying to end the relationship peacefully and Bellah constantly saying, “No, fuck that shit!” 

    I’ll always support women’s rights (and wrongs), so this song is a contender for my number one track on Palmwine Music 3. 

    Live Life (feat. Tems) 

    Tems wasn’t playing when she told us she was the leading vibe on Higher, because what? This babe bullies the beat from the very moment she opens Live Life with its smooth ass chorus. There’s a switch reminiscent of Lady Donli’s Cash and it just makes me want to throw my hands in the air and truly live life to the fullest. This is the one song on Palmwine Music 3 that’ll get you hyped real fast. 

    Head Over Heels (feat. Victony) 

    Can someone tell Victony that his heavenly race is no longer pure? After declaring that all power belongs to bumbum on All Power earlier this year [2022], Victony comes back on Head Over Heels to involve God in matters of the bumbum again. Conflict of faith aside, Victony’s vocals carry this song with so much vim, it’s easy to see why he’s quickly becoming one of the go-to guys for hooks in 2022. 

    RECOMMENDED: The 7 Nigerian Singers Guaranteed to Give You a Hit Song in 2022

    Kele (feat. BOJ) 

    Songs like Feel Alright and Compose are receipts that prove it’s always a madness when SDC links up with BOJ, and Kele is no different. It opens with, “You’re now rocking with the SDC. it’s the Show Dem Camp, omo, yes, indeed,” and it just feels full circle for everyone who’s loved SDC from their Feel Alright days. While Kele doesn’t come close to their previous collaborations (the bar is too high, bruh), it still manages to leave a mark of its own. 

    OldFlame (feat. Nesta and Ladipoe)

    SDC introduced me to FLASH in 2018 with Tropicana, and now they have me obsessed with Nesta thanks to his chorus on OldFlame. While Ladipoe comes through to remind the audience that he’s still one of the best lyricists with his performance, it’s the skit at the end that steals the show for me. Enobong, how far? 

    Mine Alone (feat. Oxlade) 

    If there’s one song that is sure to blow up from Palmwine Music 3, it’s Mine Alone with Oxlade. I can already picture radio stations and playlists rinsing this song till its collar starts to fade. Oxlade delivers again in a way that reminds me of his iconic hooks on Blaqbonez’ Mamiwota in 2018 and DJ Tunez’ Causing Trouble in 2019. Once again, I’m confident this’ll be the major commercial hit from the album. 

    No Regrets (feat. Moelogo)

    SDC made a gospel song for creatives and that’s on period! No Regrets is a song for dreamers who have been able to taste their dreams and those still struggling to reach the other side. Moelogo’s decision to sprinkle some Yoruba in the chorus makes No Regrets a more spiritual listening experience than the other songs on the album. Major shoutout to SDC for being vulnerable and sharing their story because this song is now my motivational anthem, for real. 

    ALSO READ: Halfway Into 2022 and These Are the Best Nigerian Albums We’ve Heard

    Conrad Johnson-Omodiagbe

    , , , , ,
  • The 7 Nigerian Singers Guaranteed to Give You a Hit Song in 2022

    With new music dropping faster than you can say, “Kapaichumarimarichopaco”, standing out and making a hit song takes a lot of work. But do you know what’ll make that work easier? Knowing the right artist to feature. Looking at their track records, we believe these are the artists that are guaranteed to give you a banger in 2022. Don’t say we didn’t do anything for you. 

    1. BNXN (formerly Buju)

    It doesn’t matter what name he decides to go with, BNXN is a certified hitmaker. From the moment L’enu hit the airwaves, we could see that this artist was here to stay. Since then, it’s been back-to-back hits both on solo projects and features. If you check the charts, chances are BNXN is directly involved with five songs that are popping — there was the time where his two songs, Feeling with Ladipoe and the solo single Outside were fighting for the number one spot on the charts. Check it and balance it; no one is doing it with as much finesse as BNXN.  

    The Receipts: Cold Outside with Timaya, Finesse with Pheelz, Bling with Blaqbonez, Mood with Wizkid and Hustle with Reminisce. 

    2. Tems 

    Remember when Tems popped up in 2019 and asked us not to try her? Omo, this babe wasn’t playing o. In less than five years, Tems has worked her way to the top of the Billboard charts, a Grammy nomination, two critically-acclaimed EPs and being featured on one of the biggest songs of 2021, Essence. At this point, you can’t talk about Nigerian music and not mention Tems. When she’s not making hits with Wizkid, Drake and DRB, our girl is busy making songs of her own that gets us in our feels. 

    The Receipts: Fountains with Drake, Peace with MannyWellz, Trouble with DRB Lasgidi and Tales by Moonlight with Show Dem Camp. 

    3.  Fireboy DML 

    It’s Fireboy DML’s world and the rest of us are just paying rent. This man dropped Jealous in 2019 and decided we will not rest again because why has he been dropping hits consistently since then? When he’s not dropping albums back to back or moving from San Francisco to Germany, he’s laying vocals for other artists and shooting their songs to the top of the charts. 

    The Receipts: Running with Ladipoe, Southy Love with Peruzzi, History with Cheque, Sere with DJ Spinall and Ogaranya with Reminisce 

    RECOMMENDED: We Re-Imagined Your Favourite Nigerian Musicians As Musical Groups

    4. Zinoleesky 

    If you want your song to do extraordinary things for real, you should probably hit up Zinoleesky ASAP! The way it is, it feels like our memory of music has been split into two: music before Zinoleesky showed up and music after Zinoleesky came and put his foot on our necks. Zinoleesky’s vibe is all about not giving two fucks and living your life to the fullest, two things we fully agree with. 

    The Receipts: Blessings with Niphkeys, Don’t Call Me with Lil Kesh, Good Life with Mulla Rae and Like Dat with Lil Frosh. 

    5. Tay Iwar 

    Tay Iwar is hands down one of the most gifted artists of this generation, no cap. While many people may have been introduced to Tay on Wizkid’s True Love, the songwriter/singer/producer has been in the game since he dropped his first EP at 16 way back in 2014. Often credited as one of the pioneers of the alté movement, Tay has featured on and written songs for everyone from M.I to Tiwa Savage. 

    The Receipts: Special Kinda with Tiwa Savage, Shining with Pa Salieu, Murvlana with Cruel Santino, December with Juls and Steady with Wizkid.

    6. Oxlade

    Just when you think  Oxlade is taking a break, he drops another banger. This guy has been unstoppable since we first noticed him on Blaqbonez’ Mami Wota. Scoring major hits left, right and centre, Oxlade is guaranteed to give you a hit record just by breathing into the mic. Yes, it’s that simple. 

    The Receipts: Causing Trouble with DJ Tunez, Ojuju with Troniq Music, Kolo with Ice Prince, Non Living Thing with Sarkodie and Myself with Basketmouth.

    7. Omah Lay 

    There’s something about Omah Lay’s music that just makes you want to relax and take life jejely. Coming out at the height of the pandemic with Bad Influence, Omah Lay’s creative combination of Afrobeats and Atlanta-inspired R&B made him stand out immediately. With lockdown finally over, Omah Lay’s songs have moved us from our bedrooms to the streets and we’re here for it. 

    The Receipts: Infinity with Olamide, Pronto with Ajebo Hustlers, PAMI with DJ Tunez, Forever with Gyakie and Peaches with Justin Bieber. 

    ALSO READ: We Ranked the Best Nigerian Albums/EPs of the Year

    Conrad Johnson-Omodiagbe

    , , , , , , ,
  • #BumpThis: Tiwa Savage, BOJ, Oxlade & More

    There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Tiwa Savage — “Koroba”

    Following the deserved success of her last single, “Dangerous Love”, Tiwa Savage is back with the impressive “Koroba” — an upbeat party-starter about her pursuit of the finer things in life.

    BOJ — “Abracadabra” ft. Davido & Mr Eazi

    Assisted by David and Mr Eazi, two of the biggest Nigerian stars working today, the consistently impressive BOJ soars on “Abracadabra”, another instantly infectious track.

    Crayon — “On Code”

    Mavin Record’s Crayon hasn’t dropped a weak track since he broke out last year. His latest single, “On Code” — a silky smooth love song — continues this impressive streak.

    Oxlade — “DKT”

    After dropping Oxygen, one of the best projects of the year so far, Oxlade is back with a new single, “DKT” — a fitting addition to his string of relatable love songs.

    NerdEfiko

    , , ,
  • #BumpThis: Sarkodie & Oxlade’s “Overload 2”

    There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Sarkodie — “Overload 2” ft. Oxlade

    Even if he wasn’t one of the most talented artists out of Africa, Sarkodie would still have a special place in the hearts of Nigerians, thanks to just how frequently he collaborates with our biggest and best stars.

    For his latest in a long line of memorable team-ups, the Ghanaian rapper enlisted afropop’s newest rising star, Oxlade for “Overload 2”, and the collaboration is unsurprisingly fantastic.

    On the track, which Oxlade elevates with a solid chorus, Sarkodie promises to shower his women with more love, money and affection than she could possibly ask for.

    NerdEfiko

    ,
  • The 10 Best Nigerian Singles From The First Quarter Of 2020

    While the year in music started off rocky, a lot of our favourite stars have since come through with at least one banger. So, here are 10 singles from the first quarter of 2020 (January to March) that soared above the rest.

    Rema — “Beamer (Bad Boys)”

    2019’s biggest breakout star, Rema started off 2020 with the same hit-making energy. “Beamer”, one of the two singles he’s released this year, is another infectious reminder of why his rise has been so astronomic.

    Adekunle Gold — “Jore” ft. Kizz Daniel

    Not one to collaborate with many people outside of his wife, Adekunle struck afropop gold when he decided to enlist the gifted Kizz Daniel for his first single of 2020, the exceptional “Jore”.

    Wande Coal — “Again”

    While Wande Coal is easily one of the greatest living afropop stars, it’s been a while since he dropped something as undeniably great as “Again” — a song that utilises all his gifts to full effect.

    Burna Boy — “Odogwu”

    Seemingly incapable of making a bad song at this point, Burna Boy’s first single of the year, “Odogwu” is another confident track from a star at the peak of his powers.

    Oxlade — “Away”

    Set to be one of 2020’s biggest breakout acts, Oxlade successfully kicked off the new decade with “Away” — the fantastic lead single off his star-making debut project, Oxygen.

    Teni — “Marry”

    One of Teni’s most enviable gifts as an artist is her ability to make songs that are both catchy and relatable. On “Marry”, her first single of the year, she nails that impressive balance yet again.

    DJ Neptune — “Nobody” ft. Joeboy & Mr Eazi

    When it comes to orchestrating bangers, very few DJs come close to Neptune. For his second single of the year, “Nobody”, he enlisted Joeboy and Mr Eazi, resulting in one of the best songs of the year so far.

    Peruzzi — “Gunshot”

    Very few afropop stars can write a song quite like Peruzzi, and “Gunshot”, his first release of the year, finds him using that ability to create one of his catchiest singles to date.

    Patoranking — “I’m In Love”

    A staggeringly consistent hitmaker, Patoranking knocked it out of the park with his first effort of 2020, “I’m In Love”. The dancehall-influenced love song is simply impossible to dislike.

    Efe Oraka — “Zion” ft M.I

    A truly exciting rising star Efe Oraka returned from a painfully long hiatus with the outstanding “Zion”, a beautifully written and performed track that includes a standout guest verse from M.I.

    NerdEfiko

    , , , ,
  • #BumpThis: DMW’s “Mafa Mafa” & Oxlade’s “Weakness”

    There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    DMW — “Mafa Mafa” ft. Davido, The Flowolf, Peruzzi & Dremo

    At least once a year, Davido’s star-making label, DMW assembles a bunch of its strongest players to deliver a definitive banger. For 2020, that track is the Nakademus-produced “Mafa Mafa”.

    On party-starter, which sounds like it could be a Naira Marley hit, everyone involved comes correct. While Davido surprises by impressively switching up his flow, it’s Dremo that ends up stealing the entire show.

    Oxlade — “Weakness”

    Oxlade, a rising star seemingly incapable of dropping a mediocre track, just released his debut project, Oxygen. While all its 6 tracks are expectedly stellar, the obvious standout is definitely “Weakness”.

    On the song, Oxlade sings about a blatantly toxic relationship. While he admits to knowing that the object of his affections is no good for him, he also shows no interest in leaving.

    NerdEfiko

    , , , , ,
  • Oxlade Breaks Down 5 Essential Lyrics From Debut Project, ‘Oxygene’

    Oxlade, Wande Coal’s heir apparent and one of the most gifted newcomers working today, has just released his debut “project”, Oxygene — he says he’s refusing to call it an EP because Nigerians don’t take those as seriously

    About the importance of the project, Oxlade told Zikoko:

    “This project means everything to me. It’s the first time I putting out a thing of my own. It’s a way for me to share a part of myself to the world through my singing.”

    So, instead of a traditional review — which would have us praising Oxlade’s killer voice and instinctive songwriting — we decided to have him pick and breakdown 5 lyrics he believes best represent this body of work.

    “Machala for your love/Mezewu for your love/Go loco for your love” — “Hold On”

    Machala is slang for a don, and in this context, I’m saying I’ll become the top of the crop for love. Mezewu means going crazy on drugs, so that’s about me being high on love. I’m sure everyone knows what going loco means.

    The entire song is just about me being selfless and letting go of my ego for love. A lot of people get the impression that I’m a hoe, but this is the real Oxlade — a soft loverboy.

    “Let us go far away, miles away, far away/
    To a place where no one can dictate how we play” — “Away”

    “Away” is really personal to me. I got raped when I was 10 years old, and I went through that for 3 years. I kept wishing I could run away because I felt like a captive.

    In this context, however, it’s about me trying to run away from all the negativity with my babe. The song is ultimately about seeking freedom, and this lyric is the juice behind the entire thing.

    “And if I tell you move, you must to jabole” — “Kokose”

    “Kokose” is my jam, and I love it because it makes no sense. It was a template record that I made so I wouldn’t forget the melody. Then when I went back to the studio, Spax said I should leave it like that.

    It’s really just a feel-good song, and this line is me saying that I won’t allow anyone to be dull around me. Honestly, I think this song is going to bang. I just need the world to return to normal so clubs can shatter it.

    “You be my weakness and you be my sickness and I don’t wanna cure myself from you” — “Weakness”

    “Weakness” was inspired by my ex. Actually, most of the love songs on this project were inspired by her. She broke my heart one day, and I just decided to write a stack of love songs.

    This song is me letting her know that she is my weakness, but I don’t mind if she kills me — just as long as I have her in my life. It’s fake deep, I know, but it’s honest.

    “Tables turn oh/ It fit be your turn today, tomorrow make it be my turn oh” — “Tables Turn”

    “Tables Turn” is a true story, and it’s really just me reminding niggas that karma is a bitch. I was raised in the slums, and the type of songs they made there were not the type I wanted to make. So, I was an outcast.

    The line is about being good to people. You don’t know what the future holds for anyone you come across, so always try to be as kind as possible to others.

    NerdEfiko

    , , ,
  • #BumpThis: Johnny Drille’s “Something Better” & AQ’s “You Must Feel Am”

    There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Johnny Drille — “Something Better”

    Johnny Drille, one of the most unique-sounding Nigerian artists working today, hasn’t dropped a disappointing single since he broke out, and his new release, “Something Better” carries on that tradition.

    On the Sigag Lauren-produced love song, Johnny Drille does something rather rare, as he admits that while he wants to be with this woman that has stolen his heart, she deserves much better than him.

    A-Q — “You Must Feel Am” ft. Oxlade

    About a week ago, A-Q dropped a thoughtful new album, God’s Engineering, and after multiple listens, the track that stands out the most is the Oxlade-assisted “You Must Feel Am”.

    Although A-Q released it as a single a few days before the album’s release, it went largely unnoticed. Well, it certainly deserves our attention, not just for A-Q’s solid bars, but also for Oxlade’s magnificent hook.

    NerdEfiko

    , ,
  • #BumpThis: Oxlade’s “Away” & TMXO’s “Ologo Space Cadet”

    There’s so much new music being released that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to wade through the trash to find the gems. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a Friday series that features new songs, by and featuring Nigerians, that you absolutely need to hear.

    Oxlade — “Away”

    One of the most talented rising stars working today, Oxlade continues to impress with every single thing he does, from infectious singles to standout features. His latest effort, “Away” is certainly no different.

    On the track, Oxlade sings about a lover he wants to run away with, hoping for a relationship free of prying eyes. Oxlade sounds objectively amazing on this track, making us even more excited for his upcoming EP, Oxygen.

    TMXO — “Ologo Space Cadet”

    Anyone who’s been paying attention already knows that TMXO, the genius who co-produced Burna Boy’s astonishing “Different”, is among the most exciting up-and-coming producers we have.

    He reaffirms this with TMX001: Alàdélọbà, a 6-track project that lets him show off his range. Then on “Ologo Space Cadet”, a clear standout, he delivers a magnetic party-starter that dares you to try standing still.

    NerdEfiko

    , ,
  • 10 Nigerian Artists To Watch Out For In 2020

    2019 gave us a bunch of exciting new stars, including Joeboy, Fireboy DML and Rema. So, as we all settle into 2020, we’ve decided to highlight 10 rising stars that we believe will dominate the music scene this year, based on their past work and unmistakable potential.

    Tems

    With the undeniable impact of “Try Me”, Tems announced herself as a star on the rise. “Mr Rebel” and “Looku Looku” — the two fantastic singles that preceded that smash hit  — also prove the exceptional singer is capable of so much more, and we can’t wait to see her deliver on all that promise. 

    Gigi Atlantis

    Last year, Gigi Atlantis dropped “Wahala On The Rocks” — one of 2019’s best and most underrated gems. Now that she’s dropped a music video, we’re hoping the song catches on, but regardless, if whatever she drops next is even half as good, then 2020 will be her year.

    Crayon

    While Rema ended up being the bigger star, he wasn’t the only afropop upstart Mavin Records introduced the world to last year. They also gave us Crayon, who quickly revealed his gifts on his astonishing Cray Cray EP. He is more than ready for his own moment in the spotlight.

    Terri

    Since he landed his big break on 2018’s biggest song, “Soco”, Terri has been releasing solid singles that hint at his potential. With the announcement of his debut project, Afro Series, it’s clear that the Starboy signee is finally ready to make a grand statement.

    Oxlade

    More than any other artist on this list, it’s clear that Oxlade is right on the cusp of becoming one of Nigeria’s biggest stars. With every new song and feature, it becomes harder to imagine a future without Oxalde at the forefront of the afropop revolution. 

    BUJU

    With the success of his Zlatan-assisted hit, “Spiritual”, BUJU shot to the top of the list of ‘stars to watch’. Since then, he’s dropped other singles that show just how skilled he is at crafting earworms — a gift that will surely help make his 2020 domination a veritable cakewalk.

    Tolani

    At the start of 2019, Tolani teamed up with Reekado Banks for her biggest song yet, “Ba Mi Lo”.  She then followed it up with two equally refreshing singles, “Liar” and “Maybe Baby”. A breath of fresh air in our overcrowded afropop landscape, the r&b star deserves superstardom. 

    Oladapo

    While JoeBoy became emPawa’s breakout star, he wasn’t the only gifted artist that got the Mr Eazi seal of approval. Oladopo was one of the initiative’s most exciting picks, dropping the underrated “Gbe Bodi”. If he maintains that quality, he will become a household name in no time

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oA8sxCd8Xwk

    Lyta

    2019 was a really great year for Lyta. He scored a smash hit, “Monalisa” and landed one of Davido’s strongest features. With all that momentum, the afropop star should be able to make a real name for himself this year, as long as he continues to drop infectious hits. 

    MOJO

    The charismatic MOJO broke out with one of 2019’s most essential anthems, “Chop Life Crew”. He then followed that up with the party-starting banger, “Shawarma”. Both songs not only showcase his range, but they also make a great case for his mainstream dominance.

    NerdEfiko

    , , , , , ,
  • #BumpThis: Oxlade’s “Legend”

    There’s so much music out there that it’s hard for even the most loyal fans to stay up with their favourite artists or what’s new and hot right now. That’s why we’ve created #BumpThis – a daily series that features the one song you need to listen to, every day. Don’t say we never did anything for you.

    Not since Wande Coal has an audience and artists alike been as voracious in their praise of an upstart as they are of Oxlade, the 22-year singer from Surulere who made “Shugar” and “Causing Trouble” w/ Dj Tunez.

    He has cosigns saying the exact same thing from NotJustOk founder, Ovie and one of his closest peers, Blaqbonez. On “Legend”, his third major release in a matter of months, Oxlade creates a self-fulfilling prophecy that shows why.

    The horns and backing vocals on “Legend” sound like what happens when a Jon Bellion OST meets the women of a Nigerian church choir. The melody created is fitting because of Oxlade’s against all odds story.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/By5ji5zASY6/

    One of the best things about Oxlade and thus this song is that he sings like he has no other option. Passion oozes when he sings painfully about being rebuffed by his family for choosing music over more formal professions – “Family no wan gree make I do music, Them say which of my brothers wey dey do music“. It’s a scenario that is instantly relatable for any average Nigerian who’s ever tried to convince their parents to see the value of a life spent chasing one’s dreams.

    And like the melody and the backing vocals, the songwriting elevates the entire song -“No be me sabi pass, I no be Xavi” – is the kind of cheeky line that makes you chuckle but ultimately reminds you that Olaitan knows where he stands and what he’s doing.

    Oxlade’s “Legend” drips with a certain self-awareness of his promise. He says he recorded it in 2017 – before his more popular hit, “Shugar” which makes it even more poignant. Self-assurance never sounded so good.

    It’s time to talk about Oxlade.

    Listen to Oxlade’s “Legend” here.

    Segun Akande

    , ,
  • 7 Reasons Why Oxlade Should Rewrite Our National Anthem

    First, it’s the 21st century

    We have a lovely anthem, but please, it’s almost 50 years old. This is the 21st century; we need to keep up with the times. And frankly, an Afrobeats anthem is what the nation needs at this time.

    Have you heard his voice?

    His voice is so good, we need to immortalise it by using it to remake our anthem.

    His lyrics are fire

    With a little Afrobeats and Oxlade touch, you can  put the national anthem to better use to ask your partner out. Imagine picking someone up with “My compatriots don dey rise for you”. You’ll get married that night.

    You can show your patriotism in the club

    Imagine your national anthem being such a bop that it can make the energy go up in the club. You’ll be singing “the labour of our heroes past” while getting turnt with a bottle of Azul in hand.

    It might have a shot at a Grammy

    Nigerian music is stealing awards everywhere. Who’s to say we won’t win a Grammy if Oxlade rewrites this anthem for us? Think about the bragging rights we’ll have.

    Nigeria would probably make more money

    Don’t you want Ku Lo Sa-level streams for Nigeria? Imagine all the streaming money that’ll roll into our economy once he rewrites the national anthem. Nigeria could the use extra revenue right now, and if it means it’ll have to have a national music career, why not?

    He’s already repping Nigeria anyway

    He showed up for a show in Sierra Leone, and the whole place erupted like he was the president. Give this man an ambassadorship already.

    Sheriff Alimi

    , , , ,