Veteran Nigerian highlife artist Bright Chimezie is enjoying an unexpected career resurgence as his 1984 classic, Because of English, entered the Spotify Nigeria Viral Chart 41 years after its original release.
The song debuted at No. 99 on May 20, 2025, and quickly climbed to No. 65, marking Chimezie’s first-ever appearance on a Spotify chart. The resurgence was sparked by Davido, who cited the track as a major inspiration for his hit With You featuring Omah Lay.
Following a viral video of Davido meeting Chimezie in Lagos, fans across generations have been revisiting the highlife legend’s music, celebrating his signature Zigima Sound, a vibrant blend of highlife, funk, and sharp social commentary.
This remarkable revival highlights the timelessness of Nigerian musical heritage and how a new generation of stars can help bring iconic sounds back into the spotlight.
