It is finally the last Friday of November 2025, and the holiday season is officially upon us. The music scene is buzzing louder than ever, with artists dropping new hits for the holidays. With so much music pouring in, it can be hard to choose, but our New Music Friday Top Picks are here to guide you on exactly what you should be spinning right now.
Ashidapo – Hot Girl
Ashidapo has had a truly impressive run throughout the entire year of 2025. He started strong with his popular song Girl On Fya and is now wrapping up the year in a big way with his brand-new EP titled RETRO. One of the absolute standout tracks on this project is the song Hot Girl.
This track is very interesting because it uses the instrumental from the classic hit song U Go Kill Me by Sarkodie and E.L. However, Ashidapo does not just copy the old style. Instead, he makes Hot Girl feel extremely distinctive and fresh. He uses his unique flows to talk about his “hot girl” and how he wants to provide for her expensive lifestyle. It is a creative mix that brings a nostalgic feeling while still sounding modern and new.
Joshua Baraka feat. Bien – State Of My Heart
The Ugandan star Joshua Baraka continues to shine as he delivers his highly anticipated new album, Juvie. This body of work is excellent, the highlight for many listeners is the song State Of My Heart, which features Bien.
On this track, Joshua Baraka is in a romantic mood. He sings about patiently waiting for his lover, and he openly expresses his deep feelings. The production by JSTRINGS is smooth and sets a relaxing mood that draws you in immediately. To make it even better, Bien’s verse acts as a perfect compliment to the listening experience. The chemistry between these two artists makes this a beautiful and soulful song for the holidays.
Chella – Shameless Devil
Following the massive success of his hit song My Darling, Chella is back to present his new EP, CHELLA CHANT. This is a 7-track project that shows a different side of his talent. The song you need to hear is Shameless Devil.
This is not a slow song; it is an electronic dance track that is designed to instantly move your feet. As soon as you press play, you will feel like you are already on the dance floor. It has high energy and a fast tempo, making it a perfect track for the club and the EDM parties that will be happening all through December. If you want to dance, this is the one for you.
T.I Blaze – Nigga
The street pop sensation T.I Blaze is not relenting this year. He is dedicated to feeding the streets steadily with tunes for motivation. On his new EP, EL-Chapo, you will hear a very special track titled Nigga.
Unlike the high-energy songs, this is a mellow track with a smoother flow. It focuses on life and the journey of survival. When you listen, you can hear T.I Blaze pouring his heart out. He speaks as a man with many responsibilities, making the song very relatable for anyone who is working hard to make a living. It is a song for deep reflection during the festive break.
Zaylevelten feat. Mavo – Wuse Tu
After releasing numerous snippets and teasers on social media, the collaboration is finally here. This song brings together two of the “new flames”, hottest rising artists of 2025 in the Nigerian music scene. The track Wuse Tu rides on the excellent flow state of both artists.
The production comes from the talented duo ELEMEN3 and Arieenati. Together, they have all created a certified banger. This is exactly the kind of song you need to cruise to during this “Detty December.” It is catchy, fun, and sounds like a hit that will be played everywhere.
And that is a wrap for our New Music Friday Top Picks. We hope these songs bring you joy as you head into the weekend. You can listen to our full playlist below.
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