By Nedu Okorie & Rachael Opadokun
INRODUCTION
It’s another exciting time to catch up on the songs making waves in Nigerian music. From love-inspired melodies to street anthems and catchy collaborations, this week’s countdown features eight tracks bringing different vibes to the music scene. Let’s find out which song takes the number one spot on Diamond Naija Top 8 Trending Songs!
8. IYAWO — L.A.X FT DOTTi THE DEITY
Nigerian singer and songwriter L.A.X who got married not quite long teams up with Afro alternative singer and songwriter, DOTTi The Deity on this romantic record titled IYAWO, produced by Inana. The song celebrates love, commitment and the beauty of finding a life partner. L.A.X is known for his smooth Afrobeats sound, while DOTTi the Deity brings a distinctive blend of soulful and folk-inspired music. Together, they deliver a collaboration that fits romantic moments, wedding celebrations and playlists dedicated to love.
7. TIME — SAMAD
Time is one thing we can never get back, and Samad brings that familiar word to the music scene with a track titled TIME. The song offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of life’s moments, personal experiences and the journey towards achieving our goals. As listeners connect with different artists and their individual sounds, records like this give us another reason to discover emerging voices and appreciate the variety within contemporary Nigerian music. This is Samad with TIME.
6. 3FA — DEMMIE VEE
Demmie Vee takes the number 6 spot with a record titled 3FA, meaning 3 factor authentication. Demmie Vee is a Nigerian singer and songwriter known for his melodic approach to contemporary Nigerian music.
Hen music artiste talk about factor authentication in their songs, it’s a metaphor that implies guarding your life, your money, and your peace of mind from betrayal and fake friends. But on this record, Demmie vee is saying he is well protected and covered by the Almighty, which to him is a 3 factor authentication.
5. SO DAMN FINE — YARDEN
The next tune you’re about to listen to is from a Young Nigerian singer who goes by the name Yarden. His real name is Okereke Blessed Jordan.
Yarden brings a nostalgic vibe to this song he calls SO DAMN FINE. It’s a melodic Afropop record that is centred on attraction and admiration. The record was produced by Wondah, and I do love the experimentation with old skool, retro and vintage sounds and melodies.
4. SALT — 6UFF FT ODUMODUBLVCK
Here comes SALT, a collaboration between 6uff aka IRON and Nigerian rap heavyweight ODUMODUBLVCK aka BIG KALA. It was co-produced by Spykidda and JayPoppin
When you listen to the chorus of the song “Life e too sweet like ogbono / E fit still taste like salt salt salt.” It means that circumstances can change from comfortable to tough, and a person must be mentally prepared for both extremes.
3. MET YOU — CARTER EFE FT TAYLOR JASMINE
From comedy and internet entertainment to music, Carter Efe continues to explore his creative side with this new single he calls MET YOU, featuring Taylor Jasmine, an American entertainer. This record produced by Faithkeyz takes a romantic direction, and it focuses on how meeting that special person can change one’s life for the better. Taylor Jasmine talks about finding happiness after connecting with carterefe from a different part of the world, and carterefe reminded us of the late Dagrin by delivering a rap verse that imitates the late rapper’s style.
2. OFF WHITE — LARRY GAAGA FT PERUZZI
Heavyweight music executive, Larry Gaaga links up with Peruzzi on a new collaborative record titled OFF WHITE, produced by Irock Classic.
Larry Gaaga has built a reputation for bringing different artists together in creating records that draws on the strengths of his collaborators. Peruzzi, on the other hand, is recognised for his melodic vocals and contributions to contemporary Afrobeats. To Larry gaga, his core message in this song centers on being solid and real, rather than being perfect.
1. BURUKUTU — OLAMIDE
Baddo is back with another street-inspired record, and this one is titled BURUKUTU. Co-Produced by Blaise Beats and Eskeez on the beat. The Nigerian rapper, singer and founder of YBNL Nation, has consistently demonstrated his ability to connect street culture with mainstream music. The new single delivers a celebratory mood and party vibe. The title itself is a metaphor for local roots, celebration, and a communal party settings.
CONCLUSION
And that’s our countdown for this week! From L.A.X and DOTTi The Deity’s IYAWO to Olamide’s BURUKUTU, these songs showcase the different sounds shaping Nigerian music. Which track is your favourite? Keep listening to Diamond FM 88.7 for more music, entertainment and the latest sounds.