Afrobeats Hits You MUST Know!

It is safe to say that Afrobeats music is on the ascension. In other words, we are the new WAVE! Several international collaborations and BET Award wins later, the genre’s moment has finally arrived. But what does all of this really mean? Will afrobeats be a flash in the pan music genre that is discarded once the world is bored of it, or is it here to stay? Will BET finally allow our musicians to perform at the main ceremony instead of giving us the side chick treatment, only to perform at the preshow and accept awards backstage? Afrobeats has much to offer, and its recent moment in the forefront acknowledges that the world is ready to be familiarized. To know Afrobeats is deeper than being a fan of Drake-collaborator, Wizkid, and knowing a few Davido songs. Afrobeats is a rich genre and of course cannot be absorbed in a day. However, there are a few classics that all people new to the genre should know.

Wande Coal – Bumper to Bumper

B2B is a classic club banger! Wande’s ability to effortlessly evoke energy and glide over the beat paired with Don Jazzy’s production proved to be a winning formula. This song is significant because it showed the power of the Mo’Hits empire; not only could D’Banj create hits, but Wande could deliver as well.

Ice Prince Zamani – Oleku
Oleku is so groundbreaking because it served as the platform that catapulted two up and coming artists to superstardom. This collaboration proved that African artists do not need to travel abroad to create hit music because those in their surroundings are more than sufficient.

Tiwa Savage – Kele Kele Love
Kele Kele Love is not only an anthem for ladies everywhere, but also a rebellious ballad encouraging women to be independent and wise up to the love tactics of their male counterparts. The enchanting Afropop production and ability to relate to Kele Kele Love solidified it as a smash.

D’Banj – Oliver Twist
Oliver Twist was not only a huge Afrobeats tune, but transcended the genre thus climbing pop charts. D’Banj’s massive smash swept through the UK and even gained traction in the US. The video boasts appearances from Big Sean, Kanye West, and other members of Yeezy’s Good Music imprint. In addition, Oliver Twist served as confirmation that D’Banj was indeed signed to G.O.O.D Music.