Tag: Nigeria
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Nigeria’s Christian Hip Hop Sound
Usually, when the discussion of Hip Hop music arises many sections of the genre are left out and overlooked. As we know today, Hip Hop consists of more than the traditional boom bap and trap sounds that are classic beats many artists use in their music. The genre hosts a myriad of artists from many
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The Fxckin’ F.A.K.s with Fatima, Ashley, and Kevin
In this episode of The Fxckin’ F.A.K.s, Fatima, Ashley, and Kevin explore the evolution of popular Nigerian artist, Falz the Bahd Guy. Join us as we navigate through the stages of his career and learn about some of the most important social and political issues that Nigeria faces today. Falz’s Social Media and Music: https://www.instagram.com/falzthebahdguy/?hl=en
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FLOHIO: WHERE LAGOS MEETS SOUTH LONDON
Flohio is a rapper from South East London with familial roots in Lagos, Nigeria. With her totally unconventional sound, Flohio uses witty lines and supernatural sounds that make it hard to put her into a genre box. Her image consists of fierce representation of South London with an intense energy that clearly stems from her
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Little simz- venom
27 year old London based Nigerian rapper Little Simz has been making a name for herself in the hip hop world during the last decade for her cold delivery and artistic uniqueness. She began rapping at nine and by the age of fourteen knew it was going to be what she would pursue in life,
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Jidenna: Bringing nigeria to the u.s.a
Jidenna Theodore Mobisson, better known as Jidenna, is a Nigerian-American rapper, singer, and producer. Jidenna’s father is Igbo from Nigeria. Although born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, USA, he was partially raised in Nigeria. Growing up with an African father who was an educator at Enugu State University instilled within him the importance of understanding that
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“FRIEND OR FOE” Eva Alordiah
Eva Alordiah is a Nigerian female rapper known for her many talents and fierce attitude in all of her music. She’s a rapper, a fashion designer, an actress, a director, a makeup artist, and an entrepreneur. Considered one of the best female rappers in Nigeria, Eva holds up this title with such confidence and charisma
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Eva Alordiah’s empowering image in Nigeria
Eva Alordiah, or simply ‘Eva’, is an eccentric image as a Nigerian MC. Eva is a Nigerian born rapper, entertainer, makeup artist, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. Being a multi-faceted icon in the African continent, Eva grew up interested in a variety of different things – which explains her pursuits into different endeavors. Her entrance into
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No be Bahd Guy on this track oh!: Falz and “Brother’s Keeper”
This song squeezes in as a top pick out of a conscious album with several hits. The overarching message to take away from this one is that Nigeria (but ideally the world) needs to find their way back to communal humanity focused culture we once upheld. “In Nigerian culture any and everyone can be referred
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M.I Abaga (Mr. incredible)
M.I Abaga was born on October 4th, 1981 as Jude Abaga in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. The M.I in his name stands for Mr. Incredible. He was first introduced to music in high school when his mom bought him music notations and a 7-key mini piano. Growing up he listened to a diverse group of
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Nigerian officials beware: Naira marley’s “Koleyewon” takes on #endsars
A call for government reform and a banger, Naira Marley’s new song “Koleyewon” engages with the #ENDSARS movement in Nigeria and the 20/10/2020 Lekki Toll Gate Massacre. In the song, Naira Marley blends an upbeat but eerie track with equally eerie but upbeat lyrics to call out the Nigerian government and those responsible for the