You know how some songs take you back to when you first heard them? This is the magic that our favorite Nigerian queens bring with their debut songs. Today we go back to where it all started, the songs that introduced us to these stars. Hold on tight; This movie will hit all your nostalgia buttons.

“In Music” – Omawumi

Remember when Omawumi hit us with her song “In The Music”? That jam was on fire and made us feel like true Afrobeats royalty. Every time you heard “Let the music blow you away-ah”, you knew it was time to shake your body. And those dance moves, like she was rockin’ that hat michael jackson Kimon moves like he owns the dance floor! No matter who you are (plus size, skinny, short, tall) this song had everyone on their feet, feeling confident, and vibrating like superstars.

“Ife Wa Gbona” – Tiwa Savage and Leo Wonder

Before becoming the ‘African Bad Girl’, Tiwa Savage emerged with “Ife Wa Gbona”.“ With this, she made us all feel like there was love in the air, Naija style. While Tiwa sings, “Oya, she’s the mother, take what’s coming; Is that a father? It’s not time yet“ It felt like he was calling us all to a celebration of sweet love. So can we talk about his voice? Smooth as butter. He made everyone sing “I must be the luckiest girl in the world because you chose me to share this love in your world.

What about in the video? Tiwa was glowing, looking and feeling like love like no other. “Ife Wa Gbona” ​​wasn’t just a song; It was Tiwa who showed us her Afro-soul blend.

“Jankoliko” – Chidinma feat. Sultan of Sound

Shall we talk about “Jankoliko”? Chidinma came into our lives with the late legend Sultan of Soundand just like that, he was a superstar. This song had a wise, mature feel to it and with the Sultan’s involvement, it was pure magic. And remember, “Jankoliko” was just the beginning; this baby made it to Project Fame and then the boom went straight to “Kedike” levels. Star girl stuff.

“Ibadi” – Niniola

Who remembers the first time they heard “Abadi”? That Afro-House vibe was different, ridiculous. This jam overwhelmed everyone, with Niniola wrapping it around his waist as if it were on fire. He hit us with this: “I get up, I get up and I dance because I know that’s what you like.” and trust, he knew exactly what he was doing.

There was a cheeky, playful edge to his voice and how he owned the dance floor. Legendary! To this day, “Ibadi” is still the song that lights up any gathering, proving that Niniola has the movement and vocal chops for days.

“With Break” – Simi

When Simi blessed us with “Ara Ile”“ It brought all the good vibes and a contagious spirit that made us want to get away from our worries. With lyrics like “Dance your pain away, don’t be shy, no, it’s okay” He made us feel like every day was a happy day.

Simi encouraged us “Lsee you gbesoke“ and you better believe we move to the rhythm. This jam had a feel-good energy that made you want to forget your troubles and just be energized.

“Amen” – Teni

If you know “Amen” you know Teni comes with this reality. This song was like a blessing, it made us feel good as if we had just been prayed for. He was already showing signs of greatness with his cool air and that deep, unique voice.

“Eye Adaba” – Staff

Ah! “Eye Adaba” was something else. The wand took us directly to another world; soft, soulful and deep. When you heard this song, you knew you were listening to a legend in the making. The whole country was singing along to his soft, poetic words. “Eye Adaba“ to this day she still hits hard and Asa continues to prove that she is the queen of souls.

“Fimisile” – Yemi Alade feat. geteee

Before “Johnny” took over, there was “Fimisile”. Yemi Alade showed us her playful yet tough side in this debut. geteeeand we knew he was one to watch. This was just an introduction to the energy we now love him for, but “Fimisile” gave us our first taste of his talent.

“Very Inspiring” – Waje

Listen, “So Inspired” wasn’t just a song; It was a complete motivational speech. Waje came with that powerful voice and declared that he was here to inspire and uplift. And he’s been doing exactly that ever since. His debut was for anyone who needed a reminder to keep pushing.