12 New Nigerian Songs You Need To Hear

Every week, we highlight the very best of Nigerian music for your listening pleasure. Check out our selection of the best new Nigerian songs you need to hear featuring music from Tiwa Savage, Rema, Zinoleesky, Ladipoe, Korede Bello, Solidstar and more.

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Zinoleesky – Ma Pariwo

Fast-rising singer signed to Marlian Music – Zinoleesky releases new hit single titled “Ma Pariwo”.  On the new record, the Naira Marley protégé sings about a secret love. “Ma Pariwo” comes with a catchy hook and very surreal vibe, a perfect hit on the midtempo afro tune produced by Trips.

Tiwa Savage – Dangerous Love

The “Queen of Afrobeat” – Tiwa Savage turns up to the music scene with a brand new sultry afro-soul tune with cozy R&B elements. “Dangerous Love” comes off her forthcoming fourth studio album “Celia”. Flowing with enchanting background vocals, Tiwa’s sweetly saturated voice sings of risking it all for love.

Ladipoe ft Teni – Lemme Know (Remix)

Mavin’s wordsmith– Ladipoe surprises us with a remix to his classic hip hop tune “Lemme Know” while we’re still relishing his newly released video for “Know You”. On the remix, he brings on board the “Sugar Mummy” Teni who doesn’t fail to deliver her entertaining pop vibe.

Sarz ft Wizkid – Hold Me

Prolific producer and international hitmaker Sarz releases an exclusive unexpected EP titled “Memories That Last Forever”. “Hold Me” comes off this blazing 6-track project. Whenever Sarz and Wizkid unite, blissful music is created. “Hold Me” is no different as its full of smooth vibes and scintillating melodies from Starboy Wizkid.

Solidstar ft Ykeebena – Everytime

Shabba Entertainment singer and songwriter Solidstar finally releases his EP titled “My Turn”. The song “Everytime” is taken off the newly released 6-track EP. Solidstar collaborates with Ugandan singer Ykeebena as they blend vocals on the upbeat love-themed afro-pop tune.

Alpha Ojini ft Hotyce, Paybac Iboro, Payper Corleone, Psycho YP, Vader The Wildcard, Zilla Oaks – Pop II

Multi talented Nigerian rapper and record producer Alpha Ojini who just recently celebrated 1 million streams on his project “Chameleon”, has released a star-studded remix to his buzzing hip hop tune “Pop” which he tags “Pop II”. The remix features dope verses from top Nigerian lyricists Hotyce, Paybac Iboro, Payper Corleone, Psycho YP, Vader The Wildcard and Zilla Oaks.

DJDS ft Rema, Tory Lanez – Simple Things

American production duo, DJDS team up with Nigerian afrobeat prince Rema and sensational Canadian rapper Tory Lanez to create a fresh and intriguing new single titled “Simple Things”. Rema and Tory combine nicely singing about appreciating the simple things about their girl on the choral hiphop beat.

Krizbeatz ft Falz, Fuse ODG, Nandy – Ogede

As the drummerboy Krizbeatz continues the countdown to his EP release, he drops another continental collaborative single which follows the theme of the project, featuring Tanzania’s Nandy, Ghana’s Fuse ODG and Nigeria’s Falz on this deftly-produced single “Ogede”. Falz brings a catchy and infectious hook on this track with diverse comical flows. Fuse and Nandy complement his efforts with smoothly delivered verses.

Korede Bello – Morire

Nigerian afro-pop singer Korede Bello drops refreshing new single after the success of his previously released love tune “Mi Casa Su Casa”. He has also an impending EP titled “Table For Two” from which this tune is taken from. “Morris” is an upbeat afro-infused song, which sees Korede Bello give thanks and praise to God for his successes and prays for more blessings to come.

Ryan Omo – Need Ya

Singer Ryan Omo finally outdoors his all-new EP “Ace”. The project houses 6 solidly crafted tracks that display Ryan’s growth and craftsmanship in the industry. “Need Ya” is a sublime afro-pop tune with jazz infusions, where Ryan expresses his desire for his special girl’s love.

Emo Grae ft Buju – 0903

Marlian Music announces the official release of their newly signed music act Emo Grae’s single “0903”. The song features Spaceship Records protégé, the exceptional Buju who lays his tender vocals on the hook of this sizzling and soft acoustic afro tune. They both integrate their subtle vocals creating a lovely harmony while singing of loving the same girl.

Energy Gad ft Olamide and Pepenazi –Afrobeats to the World

Multi-talented media mogul and COOL FM OAP – Dotun the Energy Gad brings together a banging collaboration with Olamide and his brother – Pepenazzi on this tune he tags “Afrobeats to the World”. He uses this single to announce his forthcoming EP, showcasing what he has in store for us with this trailblazing tune.