2024 witnessed a remarkable year for Nigerian music, with artists delivering songs that sound tracked our lives from the dancefloor, to the love affairs, and the introspective records. The list is endless.

This list, however, showcases the songs that defined the year, highlighting their impact and cultural significance.

Here are the Top 10 songs of 2024.

KIZZ DANIEL & DAVIDO - TWE TWE REMIX On December 8, 2023, Kizz Daniel teased a new single on  Instagram. Twitter reactions were mixed. One side welcomed the approach, insisting, "if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” The other side criticised his lack of edginess, implying, "Couldn't he be more like his peers?"

Kizz Daniel ignored the distractions and released a remix with Davido in Q1 of 2024.

Once more, we see the man in the arena achieve triumph. “Twe Twe” is topping charts, enjoying airplay requests, and ruling the dancefloor. Senior citizens, party-goers, and the kids have once more found a rhythm to move their bodies to.

Blaise Beatz and Killertunes excel in production fusing Fuji, Fulani drums and lively percussion.

CHIKE & MOHBAD - EGWU  Chike & the late MohBad released “Egwu” in December 2023. December is a time to unwind and celebrate the festive period, especially with Nigerians facing economic hardship. In such trying times, people are constantly seeking an outlet to escape. Chike and the late MohBad offer a roadmap for a good time with their song “Egwu,” which means “Dance.”

The song starts with MohBad’s baritone introducing himself with his signature “Imolenization”. The catchy and easy-to-grasp hook, “Aiye iye….Uhh uhh,” demands to be hummed loudly with every listen.

The bridge, “music no need permission to enter your spirit,” sets the stage for the hook to fire home a screamer. Chike confidently expresses, “Egwu Chike ato ka kwa,” meaning “Chike’s music is sweet,” effortlessly floating on the record. Deeyasso, leading the house music genre production, allows the beat to breathe. With every loop, you are gently eased into a good time.

SEYI VIBEZ - DIFFERENT PATTERN Seyi Vibez, the Ikorodu-born artiste, has gone from gaining smirks to demanding attention. He released eight (8) projects in 2 years.

“Different Pattern” One of the standout records was released in December 2023 under Nahamciaga EP.

Produced by “Yo Dibs” the song starts off with the highlife feel production, the guitar strings set the tone for a good time that should be accompanied with beer and pepper soup.

Seyi Vibez shines throughout the record as he offers gratitude to God "Mo dupẹ l'ọwọ Olúwa" (I give thanks to God) while showcasing the hustler in him and determination to not fail "I no wan carry last"

TITOM, YUPPE & BURNA BOY FT. S.N.E - TSHWALA BAM (REMIX) When the original version of “Tshwala Bam” started making rounds in February, it was tipped by many to be one of the biggest African Songs of the year. The dance moves had crossed over, then the rumors of a Burna Boy feature circulated and the outcome was the African Giant beating his chest as he delivered a bravado verse. If many weren’t sure of the record being one of the biggest African songs, the Burna Boy feature stamped it.

SHALLIPOPI FT. ODUMODUBLVCK - CAST You won’t find a record with more lamba quotes for 2023 and arguably 2024 than Shallipopi’s “Cast”. If Shallipopi isn’t telling you his great guy because he said no, then you have the controversial ODUMODUBLVCK’S’s trade line.

What make “Cast” exciting is solely based on the lyrics but also by the production’s bounce and how it has you nodding your head. A fusion of hip hop production and the amapiano log drums.

BOYPEE, HYCE & BROWN JOEL FT. DAVIDO - OGECHI REMIX A Nigerian poet once said “Don’t get it twisted, love is a beautiful thing”. 

Every generation of artistes will tackle the subject of “love”, but it’s the singers who provide us with music to score our own personal, romantic comedies and wear our hearts on their sleeves that we gravitate towards. There’s a song for that blissful first date, a song for that first night of passionate intimacy, and a song for marriage.

As long as there are people in love, there will be a place for musicians who sing about those four little letters. 

So when Davido announced he was hopping on Brown Joel, BoyPee & Hyce’s “Ogechi”, everyone knew it was an ode to Chioma, his bride to be at the time.

ASAKE - LONELY AT THE TOP When Asake released “Work Of Art”, the album was stacked with hits, everyone knew that for the second year in a row, Asake was the artist of the year and had the album of the year.

“Lonely At The Top” makes you appreciate Asake more. Asake delivers a profound narrative about the price of chasing dreams and the solitude that often accompanies success.

The year is 2024, and Asake sits comfortably at the top, while his peers are out partying, Asake is missing in action, making the hits people are going to party to.

The reward for hard work is more work.

BURNA BOY - HIGHER Burna Boy is a loverman,  player, a badman, a preahcer but above all else, He is also human.

“Higher” reminds everyone despite Burna’s ‘larger than life persona’. Burna is just like you. "Higher" is filled with introspective lyrics that  show his growing pains, growth, spiritual grounding, and the challenges of navigating life, particularly in the streets. The song features Burna Boy's signature storytelling and melody.

OMAH LAY - HOLY GHOST "Holy Ghost" by Omah Lay blends Afrobeats with elements of House music production and R&B fusion to create an energetic yet introspective track. The song captures a unique balance of spirituality, hedonism, and the pursuit of personal happiness. Its repetitive hook encourages listeners to let loose and "get up and dance," while the verse sips into themes of love, intoxication, and euphoria.

AYO MAFF & FIREBOY DML - DEALER Ayo Maff and Fireboy's "Dealer" is a gritty and honest take on the challenges faced by many living on the margins of society.

The lyrics, filled with street slang and vivid imagery, offer a glimpse into a world of constant struggle and the allure of escapism.

"Roscoe ni deeper life, emi sinner man, Ti'lẹ bati mọ, ma pe dealer mi" highlights the juxtaposition of  faith and relying on your dealer to escape pains.