10 Naija Music Videos That Should Be On Heavy Rotation

10 Naija Music Videos That Should Be On Heavy Rotation

As we approach the end of 2016, it’s pretty much the time when we start looking back on the year we’ve just witnessed and assess the positives and negatives. Typically, you get to see all the major highlights, big songs and what have you. But not often do the unknowns get any real attention. That’s changing now. Here on NJO, we’re taking the opportunity to kickstart a series called “10 Naija Music Videos That Should Be On Heavy Rotation“.

In this category, we’ll feature videos from up & coming acts whose talents are quite evident, and have put out lovely videos but aren’t getting the airplay they deserve. Don’t expect to see the likes of Olamide, Wizkid, Davido, Yemi Alade, Tiwa Savage etc in this section. Also, if your video has clocked 500,000+ views on YouTube at the time of posting this, you don’t need to be in this section either. You don already blow.

To kickstart this special feature, I’ve picked out 10 videos for songs I personally love. My picks range from dope kpangolo music to amazing ballads. It’s got it all.

Ric Hassani – Gentleman

Rich Hassani finally found his sound, and we’re loving it! This video should be an anthem for the fight against domestic violence/abuse in our society.

Hey beautiful, if you find yourself in this position, you – yes, YOU – deserve a Gentleman.

Akas – Alaye

Dude isn’t new to the game, but he’s been quiet in recent years. “Erekere” is still one of my favorite “Afro Fusion” songs in the last 5 years. Great comeback tune, if you ask me.

Jinmi Abduls – Tinuke Eko

We may just be staring at (and listening to) a future star in the Alternative/Indigenous market. Keep an eye on Jinmi Abduls.

MoeLogo – My City

Some may see it as a bit insulting to call MoeLogo an “up & coming artist”. After all, he’s got a MOBO Award nomination to his name. I still feel Naija is criminally sleeping on this guy. His “Ireti” EP is arguably the best body of work released this year.

Morell – Aure

The King of the North, maybe? Morell does it all. Singing, rapping, you name it. “Aure” is a modern-day wedding classic! The mainstream Naija market is snoozing on dude.