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  • Erigga calls out Davido over “imbecile” remark, fires back: “Ambassador of RICH KIDS”

    Erigga calls out Davido over “imbecile” remark, fires back: “Ambassador of RICH KIDS”

    Erigga has responded to Davido’s criticism of his comments about musicians who built their careers without family money, calling out the singer over his use of the word “imbecile” before escalating their online exchange.

    The back-and-forth began after Erigga wrote on X: “Shoutout to all the musicians who don’t come from family money and had to grind for every single dollar they earn.”

    Davido responded: “No be we say make your pops no guard o. Shoutout to the ones that came from family money and still grind to the top. Comot here with that your useless motivation … imbecile.”

    Erigga subsequently addressed the use of “imbecile,” bringing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities into the conversation.

    “Big love to everyone on the spectrum, Down syndrome, autism, etc… it can never be cool to insult people with a disease,” he wrote.

    He then returned to the subject of family wealth, questioning why his original shoutout appeared to provoke Davido.

    “NA SHOUTOUT TO THE ONES WHEN GET IT OUT THE MUD WITHOUT FAMILY MONEY DEY MAKE DAVID CRASH OUT?” Erigga wrote. “From where to where??”

    “Big man pikin dey cry say poor men children de hail dem self???” he added. “Motivate your self naw.”

    Erigga went on to label Davido the “Ambassador of RICH KIDS,” asking: “Because ur papa get money make we no happy again for our small wins???”

    The rapper also made the dispute more personal, writing: “I’m disappointed IN YOU SLOVIDO.”

    “NA ME U WAN BULLY? NA ME U WAN OPPRESS?” he added.

    The exchange has since developed into a wider argument over family wealth, privilege and the meaning of being self-made in the Nigerian music industry.

  • Davido’s “Oriade” loses over 1.34 million Spotify streams amid reported purge

    Davido’s “Oriade” loses over 1.34 million Spotify streams amid reported purge

    Davido’s “Oriade” reportedly lost more than 1.34 million Spotify streams on Tuesday amid the platform’s latest removal of streams identified as artificial.

    ChartsAfrica reported the figure on X, attributing the drop to Spotify’s monthly purge of fraudulent activity.

    Spotify says it conducts regular cleaning to remove artificial streams from public figures. The platform defines artificial streams as plays that do not reflect genuine listening intent, including streams generated through automated processes, and says confirmed cases can result in public stream numbers being corrected.

    “Oriadé,” Davido’s sixth studio album, was released on July 31, 2026. The 13-track project includes collaborations with artists including Black Sherif, Aya Nakamura, Leon Thomas, Mayorkun, FOLA and Llona.

  • Davido fires back at Erigga over “family money” comment: “Comot here with that your useless motivation”

    Davido fires back at Erigga over “family money” comment: “Comot here with that your useless motivation”

    Davido has fired back at fellow Nigerian rapper Erigga after Erigga praised musicians who built their careers without coming from family money.

    Erigga wrote on X: “Shoutout to all the musicians who don’t come from family money and had to grind for every single dollar they earn.”

    Davido responded to the post by pointing to artists who come from wealthy families but still worked to build successful careers.

    “No be we say make your pops no guard o,” Davido wrote. “Shoutout to the ones that came from family money and still grind to the top. Comot here with that your useless motivation … imb3cile.”

    Davido is the son of Nigerian businessman Adedeji Adeleke. His response appeared to challenge the idea that artists from wealthy families should be excluded from conversations about hard work and perseverance.

    Erigga’s original post did not explicitly name any musician.

  • Shenseea & Yung Miami call out “Nigerian scammers” on “Spend Dat” international remix

    Shenseea & Yung Miami call out “Nigerian scammers” on “Spend Dat” international remix

    Shenseea and Yung Miami are drawing attention on X over a reference to “Nigerian scammers” on the international remix of Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat.”

    Released on August 27, the remix features Shenseea, Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido and Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel. Shenseea opens the track with a verse referencing scammers from the Caribbean and Africa, including Nigerians, before Davido and Vybz Kartel add their own verses.

    The line has since become a talking point online, with reactions focusing on the use of the “Nigerian scammer” stereotype in a song that also features Davido.

    The discussion has also extended beyond X. During a recent episode of The Breakfast Club, host Charlamagne Tha God reacted to the line while listening to the remix, joking about the stereotype.

    “Spend Dat” originally reached No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100, according to Complex, while the international remix was released alongside a separate U.S. remix featuring Lil Baby and Kodak Black.

  • Cyril Thys releases “Paris Dafay Yengu”

    Cyril Thys releases “Paris Dafay Yengu”

    Cyril Thys has released “Paris Dafay Yengu,” a 2026 single that incorporates Wolof-language vocals.

    The track was released on July 30, 2026, and runs for 2 minutes and 48 seconds. It is among Thys’ recent releases, following singles including “Wi Deh Ina War,” “So” and “Dedicass lache toa.”

    “Paris Dafay Yengu” is available on streaming platforms.

  • IdyMee reflects on pressure and ambition on “Paddy”

    IdyMee reflects on pressure and ambition on “Paddy”

    Nigerian artist IdyMee explores pressure, struggle and ambition on “Paddy,” an Afro-fusion track that combines melodic Afrobeats with a street-inspired sound.

    The song draws from lived experiences and the challenges of navigating uncertainty while pursuing bigger goals. IdyMee delivers the track through a melodic vocal style, with reflective songwriting at the center of the record.

    “Paddy” is available on streaming platforms.

  • VOS releases Afro House track “JABULA”

    VOS releases Afro House track “JABULA”

    VOS has released “JABULA,” an Afro House track built around a four-on-the-floor rhythm, log drums, shakers, hand percussion and a rolling bassline.

    The song uses Zulu-inspired call-and-response vocals, with the word “jabula” meaning “to be happy” or “to rejoice” in Zulu. The vocal arrangement moves from a lead chant into a repeated refrain that is answered by a crowd.

    The accompanying music video follows a group of dancers across a single night, beginning with one person dancing alone before gradually bringing more people into the scene. The video was created, produced and visually directed by VOS.

    “JABULA” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Tdooooo reflects on loss and hardship on “Booze”

    Tdooooo reflects on loss and hardship on “Booze”

    Nigerian artist Tdooooo explores loss, hardship and emotional struggle on his latest Afrobeats release, “Booze.”

    Dedicated to his late uncle, the song draws from experiences of grief and the difficulties surrounding mental, emotional, financial and spiritual struggles. Alcohol features prominently in the story, but the track approaches it as a coping mechanism rather than something to celebrate.

    Musically, “Booze” combines contemporary Afrobeats and Afro-fusion with melodic vocals and emotionally driven songwriting. Tdooooo uses the song to examine the ways people can respond to difficult circumstances when they feel they have run out of options.

    Despite its subject matter, the song ultimately leaves room for the possibility of finding a way forward through difficult periods.

    “Booze” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Lumina Adictiva releases “Suavecito”

    Lumina Adictiva releases “Suavecito”

    Lumina Adictiva has released “Suavecito”, a Spanish-language single that blends Latin influences with contemporary Afro-dance sounds.

    The track combines Afrobeats and Amapiano elements with Latin-pop influences, with Spanish vocals sitting over a percussion-led production.

    “Suavecito” is part of Lumina Adictiva’s growing catalogue, which includes previous releases such as “Animal”, “Bahia”, “Pistolero” and “La Alegría Es Medicina”.

    The song explores themes of sensuality and attraction, continuing the artist’s focus on urban and Latin-influenced sounds.

    “Suavecito” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Victony debuts on Billboard World Albums chart with “STARLIFE” at No. 20

    Victony debuts on Billboard World Albums chart with “STARLIFE” at No. 20

    Victony has made his debut on the US Billboard World Albums chart, with his sophomore album “STARLIFE” opening at No. 20.

    The chart entry marks the Nigerian singer’s first appearance on the World Albums ranking, following the release of the 15-track album on August 21. “STARLIFE” was released through OUTLAWVILLE under exclusive global licence to Encore Recordings.

    The album’s release came a week later than originally planned. Victony had initially announced August 14 as the release date for “STARLIFE”, the same day Ayra Starr was scheduled to release her third studio album, “Starrgirl”.

    Following criticism from fans over the scheduling, the release was moved to August 21. “Starrgirl” ultimately arrived as planned on August 14, giving Ayra Starr a full week before “STARLIFE” entered the market.

    Despite the delay, “STARLIFE” opened strongly in Nigeria, reaching No. 1 on the Apple Music Nigeria Albums chart following its release.

    The project expands on the sound Victony established with his 2024 debut album “Stubborn”, moving between Afrobeats, R&B and other contemporary influences. The 15-track album features appearances from BNXN, Blaqbonez, YKB, Young Jonn, Babyboy AV and FOLA, among others.

    The album’s creative direction also reflects a more relaxed side of Victony. In an interview published ahead of its release, he described the project as a reflection of freedom, authenticity and having fun with his music. The project itself grew considerably during its creation: what began as a planned four-track EP eventually developed into a full-length album after the recording process continued to expand.

    With its No. 20 debut on the Billboard World Albums chart, “STARLIFE” gives Victony his first entry on the US chart and adds another international milestone to the album’s early run.