Amapiano is the new rave these days in the Nigerian music scene. Originating from South Africa, the Afro-house sound is made for your ears and feet. The music resonates and your body stays ready to do the Vosho dance. The South African dance is heavy on your hands and knees. So make sure you have taken your vitamins beforehand.
There is something about the way the beat hits. It vibrates through your eardrums and just leaves you wanting more. When the sound first started gaining popularity everyone loved it. However, it has fast grown into a playlist essential since Nigerian artistes hopped on the trend.
Nigerian artistes jumping on the Amapiano sound
The interesting thing about the Amapiano sound is the many facets it has. Nigerian collaborations with South-African acts have birthed fast tempo dance tracks. Meanwhile, there is a jazzy, groovy, lounge music feel to it as well that makes it soothing. In fact, with or without lyrics, Amapiano is a very enjoyable sound.
The sound has hit Nigeria like a wave and more and more artistes are jumping on it. In case, you were wondering which one of the Amapiano songs to add to your playlist, this article should help. Here are some of the songs that come highly recommended.
1. Peruzzi X Fireboy DML – Southy Love
This song is such a vibe. It infuses the up-tempo sound of Afropop with the strings and cords of Amapiano. The two Nigerian acts did a thing with this one. It also pays homage to the root of the sound with the lyrics implying they were singing to their South African lover.
2. Naira Marley X Busiswa – Coming
It is important to first explain that this song should not be played within earshot of anyone less than 21. The lyrics are very vulgar and explicit. However, it is a very lively danceable sound. Naira Marley featured South African music sensation, Busiswa on the song. It really gave it the originality it needed to bang.
3. Zinoleesky – Kilofeshe
With over a million and a half views, this song is doing well. It is a fusion of the Amapiano sound complemented with Yoruba lyrics. A nice fusion of Nigerian and South African sounds.
4. Davido feat. CKay – La La
Davido jumped on the sound and it is a whole bop. This song take a calmer approach to the sound. It is one you can play while studying or taking a walk. It is not too heavy on the ears but it will still certainly get a crowd in the mood at a party.
5. DJ Neptune, Joeboy, Mr Eazi & Focalistic – Nobody (Amapiano)
This song was originally done by DJ Neptune, Joeboy & Mr Eazi. However, this time, they decided to jump on the Amapiano trend by making a remix with the sound. This time, they also featured South African act, Focalistic to keep it authentic.
6. KDDO feat. Cassper Nyovest – eWallet
Another case of a Nigerian artiste keeping the originality of the sound by featuring a South African artiste. KDDO popularly known as Kiddominant is a music producer turned artiste. Interestingly, this song shows off how much talent he has as an artiste too because the song is such a hit.
7. Niniola – Look Like Me
Niniola has embodied the Nigerian Afro-house scene, that is if she did not even invent it. Her music has always had a South African feel to it and it is only fair she has an Amapiano song. This song has a lot of originality to it as it is mostly beat and very few lyrics.
8. Buju – So Lovely
Buju is one of those artistes that shines everywhere. Originally one of the cool kids doing Alté music, Buju is showing the world his versatility daily. This song combines great lyrics with great vibes. Highly recommend.
9. Falz X Niniola – Squander
If you have been anywhere close to Instagram since this year then you have probably heard this one. It is the more reason it should be in your playlist. This song is a literal Nigerian interpretation of Amapiano. It is catchy, groovy and just plain fun.
10. Kabza De Small feat. Wizkid, Burna Boy, Cassper Nyovest & Madumane – Sponono
South African act, Kabza Da Small refers to himself as The King of Amapiano. It is probably how he was able to pull so many stars together on this track. An infusion of the best of South Africa and Nigeria is certain to give you a much-required eargasm.
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