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Rema Revamps Afrobeats in New Album to Preserve Genre’s Integrity
Rema, a renowned Nigerian singer, recently discussed his decision to revamp the Afrobeats genre in his sophomore album, ‘He Is.’ He believes that the genre was becoming monotonous due to his peers diluting its essence, prompting him to innovate and maintain its relevance. Rema highlighted in an Apple Music interview that Nigerian musicians often prioritize foreign opinions on Afrobeats, impacting their enthusiasm for the genre.
At his London album listening party, Rema urged Nigerian artists to reclaim ownership of Afrobeats to prevent foreign artists from co-opting and winning awards in the genre. He emphasized that continually diluting the music would make it easier for others to recreate it, warning that this would lead to losing the unique essence of Afrobeats.
Rema’s new album ‘HEIS’ showcases his bold creativity, featuring energetic production, dynamic delivery, and authentic Afrobeats lyrics with a rockstar edge. The album’s launch has received mixed reactions, with some praising his innovative approach and others debating the quality of the output. Rema’s message remains clear: Nigerian artists must protect and own their music to preserve its integrity and cultural significance.
Nigerian singer Timaya has spoken about elections, urging Nigerians to think carefully about their choices and the longer-term consequences of their votes.
Speaking on the state of the country, he said Nigerians have choices and should be intentional about them.
“Nobody dey advise anybody. If na wetin you dey find to chop now put for your pocket, na your business. No be one day o. Na another 4 years of hardship. If you know what’s good, you have to vote right.”
“I dey travel abroad dey see wetin dey happen na. Rich people dey abroad dey no dey stay for Nigeria, these politicians. Dey just dey work for Nigeria.”
Nigerian singer Rema has sparked reactions online after revealing the streamers he watches for entertainment.
The singer shared a list of popular streamers he follows, naming Enzo, Fanum, Agent, Kai Cenat and Okiki.
“The only streamers I fvck with are Enzo, Fanum, Agent, Kai Cenat, and Okiki.”
After he mentioned his list, Nigerians reacted and shared how some notable Nigerian streamers were not on the list, with many calling out their favourites for not being recognised by the singer.
Nigerian singer and producer Young Jonn has made headlines after calling on his colleague, Blaqbonez, for a possible collaboration.
The singer Young Jonn took to social media and excitedly shared “I need like 5 bad friends way we go dey move in bulk!” Young Jonn wrote.
Blaqbonez then replied, wanting to join: “Oya, make we dey together, sing as one.”
The singer replied with an old post from 2015 that said, “Go sing as one with Coublon.”
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