MDB Music: Asake’s Yoga, Burna’s ‘Common Person’ And 8 Other Major Tracks That Debuted This Week
Welcome to the 4th episode of the weekly MDB Music playlist. In case you missed it, check out previous episodes here.
On today’s episode, we would be discussing ten of the major hit singles that debuted during the week.
Sensation singer-songwriter and choreographer, Ololade Mi Asake kicked off the year with a scintillating single titled, ‘Yoga‘. Despite being ephemeral, the single is preparing the fans of Mr Money for another facet of his persona in 2023.
Amid the ongoing turmoil in the country, Asake released a song that reminds Nigerians to focus on something preserved in the upper echelon; despite an uncertain future, it is quintessential for people to keep hope alive and believe in a better tomorrow.
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Grammy award winner, Burna Boy whose real name is Damini Ogulu released the music video for ‘Common Person‘, a single off his 2022 music studio album, Love, Damini.
Adekunle Gold Composes Inspiring Birthday Message
On Tuesday, January 28, Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold turned 36.
In a message published on his birthday, the singer revealed how he has revolved over the years.
Read the opening part of his inspiring note below;
Hey,
It’s my birthday today. I’m feeling grateful and blessed. Thankful for how far I’ve come and where I’m still going. Been reflecting all night in front of this beautiful ocean so I thought I’d share this with you.
He continued;
When I first started putting my photoshop images online, some people laughed at me, others ignored it and some supported me.
Same thing happened when I started sharing my music publicly, people didn’t really pay any attention to it. In fact, some of the people I really respected made fun of my voice lol.
In 2019 when I started releasing Afro Pop sounds, I saw a tweet where someone had called me a ‘Yoruba singer’ and told me to stick to what I knew. In hindsight I wonder why they thought “Yoruba Singer” was an insult, lol.
I didn’t allow anyone’s opinion to stop me from expressing my creativity, I was doing it for me.
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Without further ado, check out the top ten songs that MDB Music has compiled for the week.
- Blaqbonez x Chike x Raybekah- Breaking The Yoke of Love
Blaqbonez has been described one of the most creative recording artiste in this generation. His unique approach to music has easily made him the most assessable celebrity in the modern world.
On ‘Breaking the yoke of love‘, Blaqbonez worked with sensational singer, Chike and budding Nigerian musician, Raybekah.
2. DJ Neptune x Ruger– Bienvenue
Foremost Nigerian music producer and disc jockey, DJ Neptune worked with Jonzing World signee, Ruger on ‘Bienvenue‘.
For the unbeknownst, “Bienvenue” means you are welcome in French and Spanish language.
The video was directed by Pink for Pinkline Films and shot in Lagos, Nigeria.
3. Ric Hassani– My Only Baby
Nigerian singer-songwriter, Ric Hassani started the year 2023 by unveiling the music video for ‘My Only Baby’.
My Only Baby was produced by highly skilled beatmaker, Deeyasso and it is the 7th track off his 2022 body of work, ‘The Prince I Became’ LP.
4. Chike– On The Moon
The single, ‘On The Moon‘ is off Chike’s 2022 studio album, The Brother’s Keeper.
The renowned singer-songwriter combined the vivid percussions of amapiano to inform the world about his victory as a musician.
5. Burna Boy– Common Person
‘Common Person‘ is off the seventh studio album of the self-acclaimed African Giant, Love, Damini.
Common Person has been a fan favourite of many since its release, especially the Nigerian demographic because it portrays the plight of a “common person” which in this case represents the regular Nigerian hustler trying to be happy while struggling to make ends meet.
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6. Yemi Alade x Phyno– Pounds and Dollars
Songstress, Yemi Alade has released the official visuals for her hit song “Pounds and Dollars” featuring rapper, Phyno.
“Pounds and Dollars” is off Yemi Alade’s hugely popular album “African Baddie” released last year.
7. Wande Coal x Olamide– Kpe Paso
Wande Coal collaborated with Yahoo Boy No Laptop (YBNL) boss, Olamide on his debut single for the year, ‘Kpe Paso’.
“Kpe Paso” is Wande Coal’s way of giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come as he is set to release his first album in seven years, “Legend or No Legend.”
March 31 has been scheduled as the release date for his album release.
8. Lojay– Moto
With yet another incredible hit song titled “Moto,” Lojay, a talented singer-songwriter stunned his listeners.
9. Skiibii– Back To Sender
There is no official music video for Skiibii‘s new single, ‘Back To Sender‘ as at the time of this publication.
This is coming several weeks after his former partner, Dorcas Shola Fapson levelled allegations of theft against him.
10. Asake– Yoga
Following an incredible 2022, Nigerian musician, Asake commenced the new year with a reflective jam titled, ‘Yoga’.
