Barrack Obama, the former president of the United States of America selected various Afrobeats artistes on his annual end of the year playlist.
Some of the artistes on the list includes- Davido, Asake, Tems and other notable superstars.
Equally, Obama has shown over the years that he is a fan of the music genre and culture that emerged from Sub-Sahara Africa.
Afrobeat has influenced many artists around the world, including President Obama, who recently shared his playlist of 2023 on X formerly Twitter.
Here is what he wrote on the microblogging site, X:
“Here are some of my favorite songs from this year.Ā Let me know if there are any artists or songs I should check out.”
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Among the songs he selected, four are from Nigerian artists who are making waves in the global music scene with their innovative and diverse styles.
Here is a brief introduction to each of them:
Unavailable ā Davido ft. Musa Keys
Davido is one of the most popular and successful Afrobeat stars, with over 20 million followers on Instagram and multiple awards to his name.
He is known for his fusion of Afropop, R&B, and dancehall, as well as his collaborations with international artists like Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, and Young Thug.
In this song, he teams up with South African producer Musa Keys to deliver a catchy and upbeat tune that showcases his vocal range and charisma.
SITTINā ON TOP OF THE WORLD ā Burna Boy ft. 21 Savage
Burna Boy is another heavyweight in the Afrobeat scene, with four Grammy nominations and one win for his album Twice as Tall.
He is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of Afro-fusion, a subgenre that mixes Afrobeat with other genres like hip hop, reggae, and pop.
In this song, he collaborates with American rapper 21 Savage to create a powerful anthem that celebrates his success and ambition.
AMAPIANO ā Asake ft. Olamide
Asake is a rising star in the Nigerian music industry, who gained fame with his viral hit Mr Money in 2020.
He is known for his versatility and ability to blend different genres like Afropop, Amapiano, and R&B.
Amapiano is a subgenre of house music that originated in South Africa and features piano melodies, basslines, and drums.
In this song, Asake joins forces with Olamide, one of the most influential rappers in Nigeria, to create a groovy and infectious track that will make you want to dance.
Me & U – Tems
Tems is a singer, songwriter, and producer who has been dubbed as the “Queen of Alte”, a term that refers to alternative music in Nigeria.
She is known for her soulful voice, poetic lyrics, and experimental sound that blends elements of R&B, neo-soul, and Afrobeat. She has also collaborated with international artists like Wizkid, Drake, and Khalid. In this song, she expresses her feelings for a lover over a smooth and mellow beat.
These four songs are just a sample of the rich and diverse Afrobeat scene that is thriving in Nigeria and beyond.
They show how Nigerian artists are not only preserving their musical heritage, but also innovating and expanding it to reach new audiences and create new sounds.
If you are looking for some fresh and exciting music to add to your playlist, you should definitely check them out.
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