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10 Songs That Swept Us Off Our Feet By New Artists
Nigerian artists are the definition of hitmakers, and every year, a few new artists are discovered through viral hits that sweep us off our feet. In this article, we list 10 songs by new artists that not only swept us off our feet but also had us dancing and sometimes in our feelings.
- “Arike” by Kunmie
The song by fast-rising artist Kunmie is his debut single, and not only did it sweep us off our feet, but it also swept millions off their feet. It was released in 2025 and went viral just a few months later. The song currently stands at over 71 million streams on Spotify.
- “Escaladizzy” by Mavo
Mavo’s musical run has been an exciting one to witness, but his most viral single, “Escladizzy,” was what shook the ground beneath our feet. The track was released in 2025, became a major hit, became part of Nigerian pop culture, and currently has 33 million streams on Spotify.
- “You” by Fola
Fola is often praised for his ability to stay true to his roots as a street artist while also exploring other genres. His 2025 track “You” was a nonstop banger upon release and, to date, is one of our best tracks by a new artist of this generation. It currently stands at over 58 million streams on Spotify, and although Fola has been releasing works of art since 2022, “You” was the song that brought him into the limelight.
- “Are You There” by Ayo Maff
Ayo Maff’s “Are You There” was released in 2025 and went viral not only on our phones but also on TikTok and other social media platforms. It became the song that made him a household name after his debut and breakthrough song “Jama Jama” in 2023. The song currently stands at 54 million streams on Spotify.
- “Joy Is Coming” by Fido
Even if you haven’t heard of Fido, you must have heard his song “Joy Is Coming.” The song became a Christmas hit after its December 2024 release and has since become the go-to track for happy moments in TikTok edits, even to date. It swept all of us off our feet, as evidenced by its over 84 million streams on Spotify, and although his debut track “Awolowo” was also a viral hit, “Joy is Coming” became an even bigger track.
- “Wuse Tu” by Zaylevelten
Zaylevelten may have been an underground artist for years, but his track “Wuse Tu” was not a hit underground. Not only did it sweep us off our feet, but it also sparked a social media trend that has carried on for months and become a niche part of afropop culture. It currently has over 12 million streams on Spotify, having been released just 6 months ago.
- “Comforter” by Llona
Although Llona’s afropop style and lyrics have won us over on several occasions throughout his four-year career, which began in 2022, his song “Comforter” is the one that did it for a lot of us. It was a part of his debut EP. This track stood out to us, and with over 25 million streams and as his second most-streamed track, it is clear it resonated with many people.
- “Hey Jago” by Shoday
Shoday’s career took a pleasant turn with the virality of “Hey Jago,” and for many people, that was the song that introduced his artistry. Now a fast-rising household name after releasing his debut track in 2024, the success of “Hey Jago” propelled him as an artist with non-stop bangers, a pattern he has kept up with since “Hey Jago.” It currently has over 21 million streams on Spotify.
- “Toy Girl” by Odumodublvck ft. Juno
Juno was no stranger to going viral before the release of Odumodu’s hit track “Toy Girl.” However, the 2025 feature was the song that introduced her to a diverse audience. The song showed how well she could step out of her comfort zone after 3 years in the industry. It also became a staple for many listeners. The track currently has over 8 million streams on Spotify.
- “Ifineme” by Morravey
Morravey’s “Ifineme” was written for lovers who enjoy being swept off their feet with music, although released in 2024, “Ifineme” continues to have its time in viral TikTok edits. The song gave us all the feels and went viral on social media, establishing her as the upcoming princess of romantic music in Nigeria. The song currently sits at over 10 million plays on Spotify, the second-highest number of streams in her 3-year career.
Daily Voice reports that the Convener of the Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates (COPA), Pelumi Olajengbesi, announced the singer’s death in a post via his Instagram page on Wednesday.
While praying for God’s mercy upon Toluwanisings, Olajengbesi expressed concern over the death of young Nigerians.
The family of the deceased also confirmed the demise in a statement via the singer’s Instagram page after confusion trailed the death.
In a post shared on his Instagram handle, Oloketuyi said Toluwanisings slumped on the stairs and was rushed from one hospital to another.
According to him, Toluwanisings was rejected in two hospitals before the third medical facility, which accepted him, confirmed the singer dead.
While describing the death as too painful, Oloketuyi wrote, “How Toluwasings died. DEATH SHAME ON YOU: You slumped on the stairs, and they began rushing you from one hospital to another. The first hospital rejected you, the second hospital rejected you, and by the time you got to the third hospital, they said you were gone.
“This is too painful to believe. A gospel musician whose voice once blessed souls, gone just like that?
“Death, why are you so cruel?
“Rest in peace, Toluwanisings. Your voice may be silent here on earth, but the songs you left behind will continue to speak.”
Afrobeats star Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, better known as Ayra Starr, has announced a 20-city world tour to support her third studio album, Starrgirl.
The Starrgirl World Tour is scheduled to begin in Europe in January 2027, with stops across Europe, the United Kingdom, and North America.
Ayra announced that the tour will open on January 20 at Live Music Hall in Cologne, Germany. It will then move through Amsterdam, Paris, Milan, Zurich and Brussels before closing the European leg in London on February 2 at Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The North American leg will commence on March 18 at House of Blues in Houston, Texas, with additional performances in Dallas, Atlanta, Silver Spring, Boston, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Toronto, Montreal, Chicago, Minneapolis and Denver.
The tour will round off on April 14 at The Fillmore in San Francisco, California.
Before the international dates, she is expected to perform in Africa in December 2026, though dates and venues for that leg are yet to be disclosed.
The announcement comes a day after her appearance at the National Football League International Game in London on Sunday, October 11, where she headlined the halftime show during the Philadelphia Eagles versus Jacksonville Jaguars match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The performance added to her growing list of international milestones, following the global success of her music and outings at major global events.
Starrgirl, released on August 14, 2026, through Mavin Records and Republic Records, features collaborations with British singer ZAYN, American singer Leon Thomas and Nigerian singer Wizkid. NigerianCulture Magazine
The album includes Heaven Baby with ZAYN, which reached number two on the Official Afrobeats Chart, according to the Official Charts Company.
Starr, known for breakout hits like Rush, Bloody Samaritan and Commas, has continued to expand her reach beyond Africa through streaming, international shows and cross-border collaborations.
According to her Instagram Story post, tickets for the European and UK dates will be available through artist and Mastercard presales starting October 14, with general sales opening October 16 at 10 am local time via Live Nation.
Sharon Ademefun (née Adeleke), the sister of popular Nigerian singer Davido, has said she no longer spends excessively on expensive clothes.
She said some things are worth the cost, but others are hard to justify.
Daily Voice reports that Ademefun shared her reservations during an interview on The Fashion Round Table podcast.
“I don’t really believe in buying expensive clothes, me personally. I believe that there are some things that are worth it. When I’m hearing that a wedding guest dress is $10,000, a wedding guest dress, they’re all the same price now,” she said.
Sharon also opened up about her wedding expenses, revealing that her husband paid $2,000 for her wedding dress, while she covered the cost of dresses for her 13 bridesmaids and an additional four or five hostesses.
“I remember for my wedding, my husband paid $2,000 for my dress, and I paid for all my bridesmaids’ dresses. I had 13 bridesmaids, and I paid for the hostesses’ dresses too. That was an additional four or five people. Altogether, I spent less than $10,000 on everything. But that comes back to where I went. I just feel like there are certain things that I’m not willing to pay for anymore. So I don’t believe in overly expensive clothes. I’m turning 40 next year, and I’ve made an executive decision- unfortunately, I’m sorry to say this- that I will not be participating with any Nigerian designer directly,” she said.
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