10 Iconic Throwback Songs That Made Headlines

Over the years before the boom of Afro-beats on a global scale Nigeria produced some massive hits that got us rocking back in the days.

We may have forgotten some of these songs that got us whether it’s the likes of Olu Maintain’s yahooze to era-defining hits like African Queen by 2face, Ijoya by Weird Mc, and Gongo Aso by 9ice here are 10 iconic throwback songs that were massive hits during their time

Weird MC- ijoya: Weird MC was one ahead of her time when she released her hit single ijoya. It was a unique single from the dance steps to the breathtaking animated visuals weird mc did her thing.

9ice- gongo aso: Regardless of the generation Gongo aso by 9ice is another hit single from back in the day that resonates with its listeners to this date and it is still argued to be one of the best afrobeat songs of all time.

Olu Maintain- yahooze: Olu Maintain had everybody in a chokehold when this song was released in 2007.  Any setting the song came on you had to do the yahooze dance step.

2 face- African queen: Still considered today as one of the best love songs ever produced out of the Nigerian music industry with countless awards and defining the afrobeat scene, 2face had huge success with this single by embodying the essence of love.

Paul play- Angel of My Life: At a time when Nigeria the R&B scene seemed to not be making waves Paul play came through with his melodies that left memories in our hearts.

Dbanj- Why Me: Dbanj’s Why Me quickly became a national hit back in 2006 for its unique blend of style and party-ready instrumental and its unforgettable catchiness. This song also played a big role in reshaping the Nigerian music industry.

Naeto c- 10/10: Naeto C used his 10/10 single to mark a turning point in the Nigerian hip-hop scene showcasing its unique blend of English Hausa and Yoruba

Ty Bello- Greenland: Greenland by Ty Bello is among the golden classics out of Nigeria and the song made her a household name winning multiple awards and reaching epic musical milestones

Asa- jailer: Asa’s soulful voice and self-reflective lyrics brought another kind of wave to the Nigerian music scene and Jailer was a testament to her hard work.

Style plus- olufunmi: Decades later olufunmi by Styleplus is still among nostalgic anthems continuing the vibe the song had since its release in the 2000s, no wonder it was reimagined by the new School Cats.