{"id":125338,"date":"2023-08-03T10:14:37","date_gmt":"2023-08-03T08:14:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/?p=125338"},"modified":"2023-08-03T10:15:57","modified_gmt":"2023-08-03T08:15:57","slug":"best-nigerian-songs-of-2023-q2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/best-nigerian-songs-of-2023-q2\/","title":{"rendered":"The best Nigerian songs of 2023 so far (Q2)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">The Nigerian music scene is buzzing with remarkable events and releases. So far in the year, we\u2019re witnessing Rema&#8217;s meteoric ascent to legendary status, Kcee&#8217;s renaissance into mainstream chatter and acclaim, and Tiwa Savage&#8217;s unwavering staying power. Not to mention, the indomitable spirit of street-pop, brought to life by the likes of Seyi Vibes and Shallipopi, among others.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Per usual, we have handpicked some of our favorite Nigerian songs from the second quarter of 2023 for your discovery and listening pleasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Omah Lay -  reason (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vmytMK1ZjcY?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Omah Lay &#8211; &#8220;Reason&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/omah-lay\/\">Omah Lay<\/a> explores thought-provoking existential questions in a&nbsp;fashion now lightly-touted as &#8220;Afro-depression&#8221;&nbsp;&#8220;Reason&#8221; is a glimpse of the singer\u2019s personal struggles and coping mechanisms as he poignantly questions, <em>&#8220;What is the reason you do not have your own peace of mind? Are you having fun or are you doing this thing to survive?&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Kcee - Ojapiano (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WsMwhD0SmHU?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kcee &#8211; &#8220;Ojapiano&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Kcee is lighting up the Nigerian music scene with a fusion of South Africa\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/amapiano\/\">amapiano<\/a> and the traditional &#8220;Oja&#8221; flutes from South Eastern Nigeria. He flaunts his lyrical prowess on the Jaysynths-produced number as he spins a gripping tale of strength, wisdom, and life in the limelight. The sound, aptly christened &#8220;Ojapiano&#8221;, has re-introduced Kcee into mainstream music chatter and acclaim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Tiwa Savage - Pick Up (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XylzKe9sxs0?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tiwa Savage &#8211; &#8220;Pick Up&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/tiwa-savage\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/tiwa-savage\/\">Savage<\/a> employs the enchanting touch of Blaise Beatz to stir things up with &#8220;Pick Up&#8221; following &#8220;Stamina&#8221; featuring <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/ayra-starr\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/ayra-starr\/\">Ayra Starr<\/a> and Young John. The record mirrors a soulful yarn of unreciprocated love and the emotional whirlwinds that tag along. &#8220;Pick Up&#8221; features a sampled chorus of 9ice\u2019s classic &#8220;No Be Mistake&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Asake - Basquiat (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rjeoG7VcOB4?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Asake &#8211; &#8220;Basquiat&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Asake likens the artistic spirit and legacy of neo-expressionist painter, Jean-Michel Basquiat to his creative journey and identity. Asake&#8217;s vocal flexibility, tight precision, coupled with his poetic lyricism in English and Yoruba, blend effortlessly with Magicsticks\u2019 iconic log drums, culminating in yet another classic from this dynamic duo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Kel-P - What Have You Done?\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NuU7QcfTyjo?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kel-P &#8211; &#8220;What Have You Done?&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/kel-p\/\">The producer-turned-singer<\/a> gives his persona a fresh lease on life as he works the vibrant tempo with captivating rhythm and expressive vocals. &#8220;What Have You Done&#8221; is perfect for intensifying the summer vibe; enough to get even the shyest in the crowd grooving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Rema - Charm (Official Music Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dNt1QR1ecuM?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rema \u2013 &#8220;Charm&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Charm&#8221; brings a laid-back vibe, infusing a fresh dimension to the Ultra edition of <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/rema\/\">Rema\u2019s<\/a> debut album, <em>Raves &amp; Roses<\/em>. The London-produced number is a mature piece with light <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/wizkid\/\">Wizkid<\/a>-style flair that doesn&#8217;t overshadow Rema&#8217;s melodic artistry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Goldmine\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fiZAgBSX3rY?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Goldmine &#8211; &#8220;Esoterica&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The thinkers\u2019 anthem is a reflection on life and its infinite game as the singer muses \u201c<em>Do I fly? Do I fight? And what\u2019s the timeline?<\/em>\u201d. &#8220;Esoterica&#8221; think-talks to the relentless tempo of a ticking clock, chasing a mysterious opponent and realizing it&#8217;s always been God. These gripping ruminations get a lift from the riveting Yosa-production.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Burna Boy - Sittin\u2019 On Top Of The World (feat. 21 Savage) [Official Music Video]\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mMJ3Gogi2Qk?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Burna Boy feat 21 Savage &#8211; &#8220;Sitting On Top of the World&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>With fully-packed stadiums and arenas worldwide to his credit, &#8220;Sitting On Top of the World &#8220;applauds <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/burna-boy\/\">Burna Boy\u2019s <\/a>unparalleled achievements, unyielding confidence, and artistic prowess. He joins forces with 21 Savage to elevate the victory anthem to stratospheric levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Shallipopi, Zlatan, Fireboy DML - Elon Musk (Remix) (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OjgkPIl3pmM?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shallipopi feat Zlatan and Fireboy DML &#8211; &#8220;Elon Musk&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Making its first splash on TikTok and now donning a pop culture badge impossible to ignore, Shallipopi enlists <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/fireboy-dml\/\">Fireboy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/zlatan\/\">Zlatan<\/a> to supercharge the song\u2019s popularity. &#8220;Elon Musk&#8221; reverberates with themes of ambition, determination, and vivacious celebrations of wealth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Seyi Vibez - Hat-trick (Official Video)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zmd69R6n4Sg?feature=oembed&#038;autoplay=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seyi Vibez &#8211; &#8220;Hat-trick&#8221;<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Hat-Trick&#8221; marks a tour de force in the street-pop wave, as Seyi Vibez flaunts his signature style while giving props to <a href=\"https:\/\/pan-african-music.com\/en\/tag\/tems\/\">Tems<\/a> and Ayra Starr. The singer also addresses artists purportedly cutting corners with their streaming numbers,\u00a0as he serves an irresistible concoction of zesty beats, vibrant melodies, and ear-worm choruses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Nigerian music scene keeps buzzing with stunning releases. PAM presents you the latest hits from Street-Pop and Afrobeats to superstars and up-and-comers. 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