The Nigerian music industry is gradually easing into the year, and we’re beginning to feel the heat already. Here’s your weekly dosage of all the refreshing sounds that made it to our New Music Friday Top Picks list.
Adekunle Gold—Obimo:
Over the years, Adekunle Gold has consistently shown his versatility and igneous artistry. And his latest single, “Obimo,” is nothing short of expectation. AG Baby has proved yet again to be the ultimate maestro of love songs, as he released the love song of the month. On the Ragee-produced up-tempo track titled in Igbo language—meaning “My Heart”—his lyricism is catchy yet impeccable while blending smooth melodies and traditional drums. And it only deserves to be number one on our list.
Ayra Starr—All The Love:
After a critically acclaimed sophomore album released in 2024, Ayra Starr is back with an exciting song for 2025, “All The Love.” In this season of love, Ayra Starr paints a love story relatable to every love enthusiast, professing her unwavering affection for her muse. On this Afrobeats track, Ayra Starr showcases her effortless songwriting and vocals for the theme of love.
Tyla ft Sean Paul—Push 2 Start (Remix):
Following the success of the previously released song, South African pop star Tyla drops the remix for “Push 2 Start.” This time, she teams up with legendary Jamaican dancehall artiste Sean Paul, bringing a refreshing experience. This is one surprising yet notable collaboration, as the duo displays magnificent chemistry—Sean Paul’s verses and adlibs crown Tyla’s impressive hook.
Asake – Why Love:
Tailing the release of his first single, Asake drops another single for 2025, “Why Love.” Asake, renowned for his signature style of Fuji-am, a piano-blended sound, takes up the elements in his new song. Bringing long-time producer Magicsticks, Asake blends fuses street lingos into the Jazz and pop sound. The production level is at its peak, and Asake seamlessly bounces on the track.
T.I. Blaze—Trenches Luv:
Street-hop artists are taking charge of the year, and T.I. Blaze is in the lead with his new single, “Trenches Luv.” The song dives into the complexities of love in the trenches, where trust is a dicey game. On the mid-tempo track, T.I. Blaze impressively blends his melodies with street lingua. It’s the season of love, but T.I. Blaze brings a spectrum of love relatable to his listeners.
Catch these and other banging new tunes on our New Music Friday playlist on Apple Music and Spotify:
