“It’s party timeeeeeeeeeee. Shoutout to my village that makes this possible,” she announced in the caption of her Instagram post going ahead to tag the team behind the incredible transformation.
The talented star seems to have a thing for dressing up. As she proved when she channeled Drake to announce her first headline show in Toronto.
— Afrobeats Head Loves Timothee Ideh (@AfrobeatsHead) October 31, 2024
The move is significant as Cold Play have only previously collaborated with three women-Rihanna, Beyonce, and Selena Gomez- in their nearly 30-year career
In a June 2024 interview with the BBC, Ayra has described frontman, Chris Martin as “very supportive” and revealed that she’d played her second album “The Year I Turned 21” for him before it was released.
“Oh, my. Yes. I’ve loved Chris for so long, and he’s been very supportive,” she gushed.
“We met in a studio and I played him my album before it came out,” she added. “He was giving me tips, and [his producer] Max Martin was giving me tips.”
The tour is not her first time on stage with the band. Soon after Good Feelings was released, she joined them on the Today Show in New York to perform it.
Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has revealed that women hit on her more than men.
The 42-year-old make the surprising revelation about her love life in an interview with Beat FM on Tuesday.
“A lot more women hit on my than men. I don’t know why,” as he talked about her female crushed with the Beat FM’s Bibi Raii.
Now, Mama Jam Jam may not understand why she seems more appealing to the girlies but the Beat FM presenter seemed to know exactly why.
“I get it, though” she told the hitmaker. There’s a certain energy that you have where it’s like it’s feminine but it’s also easy. It’s not like a threat”
She was however, quick to clarify that she didn’t mean to imply that Tiwa was “easy”
— Afrobeats Head Loves Mani Lapussh (@AfrobeatsHead) October 29, 2024
The fun interview comes as the 44-year-old revealed that she still relies on her mother to take of her son Jamil.
“It takes a village, raising my son as a single mum I always need my mum,” she opened up to her friend Tacha in a Cool FM interview.
“I call on my mum, she’s very instrumental, and we have a nanny that has been with us since he was three months old, and he’s nine now, so she has been with us for nine years.”
Fast-rising artiste, Mani Lapussh, has kicked off his music year with a bang, releasing his first single of 2024, “Only You.”
The seductive new tune is also his first under new management, Fusion Records.
“Only You” is a mid-tempo Afrobeats track that showcases Mani Lapussh’s signature blend of catchy hooks, sultry lyrics, and addictive melodies. Produced by Orakle, this sensual jam is set to reveal the slutty side in a lot of men.
The song’s captivating rhythm and Mani Lapussh’s smooth vocals weave a narrative of irresistible attraction, making “Only You” a must-listen for music enthusiasts.
“This song is special to me,” Mani Lapussh shares. “It’s about that one person who makes you lose control, and I’m excited for my fans to experience that feeling.”
“Only You” marks Mani Lapussh’s first release under Fusion Records, signalling a new chapter in his career.
“Mani Lapussh is an exceptional talent, and we’re thrilled to support his artistic vision,” says Nonso Nkeonye, label executive at Fusion Records.
Ugoccie has swiftly unveiled her sophomore EP, aptly titled “Voice of the East” (VOTE).
The new release comes after her debut EP “Piece Of Me” which provides a fascinating look into the thrilling and wide-ranging future of her career and exceptional talent
Ugoccie, emerging as a force in the Nigerian music industry and gaining recognition and captivating the culturally appealing soundscape scored a great point from the choice of the title, “Voice of the East” (VOTE) EP, as a deliberate nod to her self-ascribed identity to unleash the power of the East through the EP.
This EP, just like her debut, demonstrates her artistic prowess and once again exhibits her distinctive musical identity that projects and extols praises of the richness of African culture, particularly the eastern part of Nigeria.
The VOTE EP is an impressive collection of five tracks, each crafted precisely. Ugoccie continues to impress her audience with her unique sound and compelling lyrics. The EP also features noteworthy guest appearances from Onitsha-born siblings Umu Obiligbo adding an extra layer of brilliance to the project with the kind of production provided by Endeetones (Beatlord)
Tracks Synopsis
ISIMGBAKA
ISIMGBAKA in Igbo means madness or someone who is not mentally okay. The song Isimgbaka starts off the VOICE OF THE EAST EP with a story of betrayal and how life always comes back at people who want to hurt others who have been nothing but good to them. It tells the story of a hustler who kept sending money home to her family but never got value for all the money she sent.
The moral of isimgbaka is never to hurt someone who has done you good. Only a mad person would do that
ỤWA feat. Umuobiligbo
The chorus of Ụwa is born from an ancient Igbo folklore that depicts that we are all beautiful in our way and that no one should take the world’s opinions seriously as people will always have something to say.
Ugochi and Umuobiligbo came together to create a masterpiece that would leave every listener glued from start to finish.
Ụwa means “world” in Igbo and the title is honed from the fact that the world will never be satisfied with whatever you do. Do you at the end of the day
ỌGỌ M
Ọgọ in Igbo means “kindness” or “charity” depending on the context and in this track, ugochi details how we live in a world where people have no conscience and would most likely repay an act of kindness with insubordination or wickedness.
A popular Igbo adage says “ọgọ m, egbuna m” which translates to “may my kindness not kill me”.
This is basically all Ugochi says in the song.
That our kind deeds will not be the end of us.
A masterpiece
EZI ENYI
Ezi Enyi in Igbo means (good friend)
In this story, Ugochi tells the story of how her friend tried to take a man that she loves from her which is very typical in the world that we live in. Every melody resonates with the listener for this particular one.
MARANMA
In Igbo land when things are good, we say “Ife Nile mara nma”. Which means that Things are going smoothly in essence. To crown this beautiful storytelling in her VOICE OF THE EAST EP, Ugoccie fuses amampiano with the Igbo flute to conjure this dance hall vibe that would still leave you rooted in the culture but swaying your hips in endless bliss. Maranma is the jam that takes you to the club after a long day of stress
Note: all the songs in Voice of the East ep have Igbo titles. Ugochi came all out for the culture in the most beautiful way possible
The VOTE EP is an intentional storytelling EP that brings a new spice to the kind of music Ugoccie makes. INTENTIONAL
STORY-TELLING MELODIES. The EP is inspired by life events and stories that have happened in real-time.
Quote
“There’s no truer art than believing in yourself and bringing your seat to a table where the seats are all taken”
“Stay true to your art, no one understands it better than you”
Davido and Lojay have each made their debut on the Billboard Hot 100 thanks to Chris Brown’s “Sensational”
The October 2023 collaboration on which they’re both featured, has debuted on Number 96 on this week’s chart.
They join Wizkid, Burna Boy Tems, Ckay, Fireboy DML and Rema as the only other Nigerians on the Billboard Hot 100.
Burna Boy and Tems, who each have five entries jointly hold the record for the most charting Nigerians on the chart.
Wizkid has four entries while Rema, CKay, Fireboy DML all have a single entry.
Davido’s debut on the Billboard Hot 100 is the latest in a string of achievements for him, having recently earned his first Grammy nominations and performed a sold-out show at the O2 Arena for the third time.
“Sensational” is his second collaboration with Chris Brown, having featured the American RnB star on his 2019 song “Blow my Mind”
And there may be more to come as he had previously named the 34-year-old as the American artist he’d with whom he’d love to make a joint album
“If I were to create a collab album with anyone from the United States, it would definitely be Chris,” he said while appearing on the Bootleg Kev podcast in May 2023.
“Chris and I have a collection of ten unreleased songs. We have indeed discussed the possibility of creating an album together.”
Nigerians with the Highest Entries on the Billboard Hot 100
Tems
1. Essence -Wizkid ft Justin Bieber and Tems (peaked at number 9)
2. Move- Beyonce ft Grace Jones & Tems (peaked at number 54)
3. Fountains by Drake (peaked at number 26)
4. Wait for You – Drake ft Future and Tems (peaked at number 1)
5. Free Mind – Tems (peaked at number 46). made her the only Nigerian female artist with a solo entry on the chart
Burna Boy
1. Last Last (peaked at number 44)
2. Talibans II with Byron Messia (peaked at number 99)
3. Loved by You -Justin Bieber ft Burna Boy(peaked at number 87)
4. Just Like Me by 21 Savage ft Burna Boy and Metro Booming (peaked at number 67)
5. Sitting on Top of the World (peaked at number 80)
Wizkid
1. One Dance -Drake ft Wizkid & Kyla (peaked at number 1)
2. Essence with Justin Bieber and Tems (peaked at number 9)
3. Brown Skin Girl- Beyonce ft Blue Ivy, SAINt JHN & Wizkid (peaked at number 76)
4. Call Me Everyday- Chris Brown ft Wizkid (peaked at number 76)
Ckay
Love Nwantinti (peaked at number 80)
Fireboy DML
Peru Remix with Ed Sheeran (peaked at number 53)
Rema
Calm Down Remix ft Selena Gomez (peaked at number 3
Davido
Sensational- Chris Brown ft Davido and Lojay (debuted at number 96)
Lojay
Sensational- Chris Brown ft Davido and Lojay (debuted at number 96)
Davido’s song “Unavailable” which features South African artist Musa Keys, has been certified Silver in the UK.
The Grammy-nominated song, which is off his latest album Timeless, earned the title after selling 200 thousand copies in the country.
This is the latest in a series of accolades for the record which was named the best song of 2023 by Rihanna.
The Bajan superstar named it her all time favourite song of 2023 after she was spotted doing the viral “Unavailable” challenge at a recent event for her brand, Fenty.
While answering questions from Complex Magazine, the singer revealed that she may not be an “album girl” when asked about her favourite project of the year.
She, however, revealed that she can’t get enough of Davido’s “Unavailable”
In addition to a nomination for Best African Music Performance at the 2024 Grammys, Unavailable has been certified Gold in Canada and Sweden.
It also peaked at number 1 on the UK Afrobeats Singles Chart where it spent five weeks and reached number 3 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.
The two lovebirds, who have two sons together, could not keep their hands off each other as they enjoyed a three course meal which included suya, Wizkid favourite, with their closest friends.
Wizkid and Jada arrive at her birthday dinner in Lagos
Wizkid’s pal, Rotimy, took to Twitter and on Friday to share pictures from the outing which took place at the swanky Gras Lagos restaurant.
Guests were greeted by a cute balloon wall as they arrived at the venue before sitting down to enjoy the lavish three-course dinner.
A beautiful balloon wall greeted guests as they arrived at the Swanky Lagos restaurant
This comes after the funeral of Wizkid’s mother, Mrs Jane Dolapo Balogun, which saw some of the biggest names in Nigeria come out to support Grammy winner.
Guests feasted on a lavish three course meal which included suya, one of Wizkid’s favourite foods
Guests at the star-studded ceremony included billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu, fellow artist Wande Coal, Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro and Big Brother Naija’s Mercy Eke and Kim Oprah.
Wizkid’s longtime friend Rotimy showed up to celebrate Jada’s birthday
Wizkid has described the loss of his mum, who died in London on August, 18 2023, as “The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life.”
Wizkid’s mum Mrs Jane Balogun who died in August
“The pain is profound. It hurts deeply,” he said at her funeral.
The deepest pain I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m lost but I pray God will comfort everyone of us. I’m lost without you Mom, I love you so much”mmm
