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Check Out 15 Hottest Songs Of 2018

Published

8 years ago

July 13, 2018

Generally, 2018 has not been an exciting one for many Nigerians. The year opened with unending woes of police brutality, followed by several incidents of mass murder up North, killings by Fulani herdsmen, loss of lives to avoidable truck accidents, not forgetting the fact that Nigeria has topped the list of countries with people living in extreme poverty among others.
It has indeed been a sad year, but thanks to our unfailing national treasures, the musicians, they have played commendable roles in spreading joy throughout our distressed lands. Below are some of the musicians who have given us joy and the reason to live despite the biting hardship. The number is streamlined to 15 starting from the 15th to the first position.
Mr 2Kay Ida Hamas – “God Can Bless Anybody
Although the year was off to a pretty slow start, music’s mysterious vault was opened in the second month of the year with Mr 2Kay being amongst the first to, offer delight with “God can Bless Anybody’ the ninth track in his sophomore “Elevated” album. The singer landed a fan favourite that has now become an anthem in Southern Nigeria.
Kizz Daniel –‘4 Days’
Just like every other year, Kizz Daniel has marked his name in the hits register of 2018. ‘4 days’ is Daniel’s 2018 debut and he recorded an early score with the song.
DJ Spinall Wizkid – “Nowo”
Wizkid landed his first hit in 2018 on the DJ Spinall curated single, “Nowo”. The successes of the song has been tied to the rise of all kids dance group, “Dream Catchers” whose choreography to the record went viral, earning the attention of super model Naomi Campbell, Rapper Diddy and Singer Rihana.
D’Banj –”Issa Banger”
Musically, the year kicked off on the streets and Pop icon D’banj was one of the main stream artistes who tapped early into the “wobe” sound, considered the sound track for the famous Shaku Shaku dance. The Koko master enlisted Streets Kings, Slim Case and Mr Reel for the certified street anthem.
Adekunle Gold – “Ire”
Adekunle Gold’s introspective single ‘Ire’ serves as the propelling factor for his recently released album. The soulful record quickly became the internets favourite with hundreds of fans making compelling covers across social media, hence causing the record to make a swift travel across the country.
Olamide Wizkid – “Kana”
As a writer puts it, Olamide and Wizkid found Chemistry in ‘Kana’, this serves as their second solo collabo and a break from the up tempo Wobe Wave, the laid back rhythm and their par deliveries made Kana the perfect record for a little head bop, feet taps and tiappy vibe.
Burna Boy-Ye
According to Nigerains on twitter, ‘Ye’ by Burna Boy should be declared the country’s new national anthem. You cannot really blame anyone for saying this because the record is indeed deserving of national honours. ‘Ye’ is the sixth track on the widely acclaimed ‘outside’ album and the beautiful coincidence with Kanye’s new album that has the same title with the record has caused a spike on streaming platforms thereby exposing the song to a larger audience.
Duncan Mighty Wizkid – “Fake Love”
“Fake Love” brought veteran Singer Duncan Mighty back into the mainstream conversation this year. The king of the South, enlisted Wizkid, King of the West and they both created an addictive record that has now spread like wild fire across the country.
Tekno – “Yogodo”
Leaning on the power of Nostalgia, “Jogodo” became an instant hit, even the controversy that greeted its release as a result of viral comments by the original creators of the melody (Daunfo Drivers) didn’t hinder the sprout of the record.
Falz- “This is Nigeria”
Falz’s politically charged cover of Childish Gambino’s this is America, perhaps the most talked about record of 2018 yet, “This is Nigeria which found the rapper addressing the various ills of our society in a very apt manner caught the eyes of many, earning the record over a million You-Tube streams in less than 48 hours.

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Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn

Published

2 weeks ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes becomes Nollywood’s highest-grossing film of 2025, earning ?1.77bn in under four weeks.

Multi-award-winning actress and producer Funke Akindele has done it again, and this time, the numbers speak louder than applause.

Her latest film, Behind The Scenes, has officially emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2025, pulling in an astonishing ?1.767 billion in less than four weeks.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Funke Akindele Makes Box Office History as Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn
Earlier in its release cycle, the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, revealed that Behind The Scenes smashed five opening-weekend records, including the highest single-day gross ever recorded on Boxing Day, with ?129.5 million in one day. That announcement already hinted that something unusual was unfolding.

Reacting to the milestone, FilmOne described the moment as both surreal and communal, crediting audience loyalty for pushing the film to the top spot once again as the number-one movie of the weekend. And that sentiment feels accurate. This wasn’t just ticket sales; it was momentum.

What makes this achievement even more striking is that Behind The Scenes is Funke Akindele’s third film to cross the ?1 billion mark. Before now, there was A Tribe Called Judah, and then Everybody Loves Jenifa, a film that didn’t just open big, but went on to become the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time. At this point, it’s no longer a fluke. It’s a pattern.

Part of Behind The Scenes’ success lies in strategy. The film enjoyed advanced screenings on December 10 and 11, quietly building curiosity and conversation before its nationwide release on December 12. By the time it officially hit cinemas, audiences already felt like they needed to see it.

Then there’s the cast. The film brings together a lineup that feels deliberately stacked: Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, and several others. Familiar faces, strong fan bases, and performances that kept word-of-mouth alive long after opening weekend.

Still, beyond timing and casting, there’s something else at work here. Funke Akindele understands Nigerian audiences. Their humour, their pacing, their emotional buttons. She doesn’t guess, she calculates, experiments, listens, and refines. That understanding has slowly turned into box-office dominance.

Behind The Scenes crossing ?1.77 billion isn’t just another headline; it’s confirmation. Funke Akindele has moved from being a successful actress to becoming one of the most reliable commercial forces Nollywood has ever produced. Three-billion-naira films don’t happen by luck. They happen when storytelling, business sense, and audience trust align.

And right now, that alignment seems firmly in her hands.

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Adekunle Gold, Simi Welcome Twin Babies

Published

2 weeks ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Popular Nigerian music stars, Adekunle Kosoko, widely known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simi, have become parents again this time to twins.

The award-winning singer shared the joyful update on his Snapchat story on Wednesday, confirming the expansion of their family.

“Asked God for another child and he blessed me double,” she wrote.

While the couple has not yet disclosed the gender of the newborns, the announcement has sparked an outpouring of warm wishes from admirers, fellow celebrities, and industry colleagues.

Speculation had intensified in December when Simi posted a video on Instagram accompanied by the caption, “From my baby, for my babies.”

The clip showed her with a growing baby bump, fueling anticipation that another child was on the way.

Their latest blessings arrive just weeks after Simi highlighted a scene from Adekunle Gold’s newly released music video, “My Love is the Same,” further stirring excitement among fans.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Adekunle Gold and Simi who tied the knot in 2019 after a long history of friendship and musical synergy remain one of Nigeria’s most admired entertainment power couples. Both artistes were once signed to X3M Music before soaring into mainstream acclaim.

The pair welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.

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Jesse Flames Opens 2026 With ‘Praise The Lord’ Featuring Magnito

Published

2 weeks ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

After closing out 2025 with the release of “Praise the Lord” featuring Magnito, Jesse Flames enters the new year with renewed clarity and purpose, continuing to build a body of work rooted in intention rather than noise. In a moment where Afrobeats is moving faster and louder than ever, his approach remains measured and deliberate, prioritizing meaning, craft, and longevity over momentary attention. The official music video arrives January 10.

Following the momentum of his breakout single “FLEX,” “Praise the Lord” represents a shift from celebration to grounding. Reflective and soulful, the record centers gratitude, growth, and perspective, capturing a quieter confidence that resonates beyond a single moment.

“This song is about recognizing the full picture,” Jesse shares. “The work people see and the work they don’t. The lessons, the setbacks, the growth.”

The collaboration with Magnito, a respected voice in Nigerian hip hop known for his sharp lyricism and cultural authenticity, adds depth and weight to the record, reinforcing its themes of resilience, faith, and self reflection.

Released in December at the height of Detty December, “Praise the Lord” became a natural soundtrack for both celebration and reflection as the year came to a close. With the video arriving in January, the record takes on new meaning, opening the year as a tone setter rather than a reset.

Born in the United States, raised in Festac, Lagos, and now based in London, Jesse Flames brings a global perspective to his sound, blending Afrobeats, hip hop, and melodic soul into something sleek and intentional. His music reflects lived experience and cultural nuance rather than trend chasing.

The Tide Entertainment reports that with over 11 million streams, performances at O2 Brixton Academy and OVO Arena Wembley, and coverage from The Guardian and Business Post Nigeria, Jesse’s rise has been steady and self made. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027, he is preparing for collaborations with Ice Prince, M.I Abaga, and Smurlee.

“Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito is available now on all streaming platforms.