Those times are behind us when Nigerianmusic was devoid of meaningful lyrics beyond ‘Yansh,’ ‘large waist,’ amongst others; over time, there has been remarkable development within the industry, leading to advancements in the type of music produced in the entertainment sector.
In today’s Nigerian scene, the truth is that not all famous musicians can pen their own tracks or have the opportunity to do so.
One artist who doesn’t create his own lyrics and comes easily to the minds of Nigerians is DMW head David Adeleke Davido.
Davido utilizes songwriters to assist with numerous tracks, and he recognizes them; even though he doesn’t compose his songs, the DMW leader is achieving success and ranks among the top three musicians from Nigeria.
This article highlights the ten most popular Nigerian lyricists, continue reading for more details.
1. Wizkid
Ayo BalogunWizkid is recognized for his numerous tracks about women and their moves, but albums like Soundman and Made In Lagos showcase his ability to write. His track Essense featuring Tems is among the most streamed in Nigeria and abroad.
2. Burna Boy
Oluwa Burna’s writing talent has been validated as he holds a Grammy Award to his credit.
His album Twice As Tall asserts that Burna Boy can craft exceptional songs, and he continues to impress. His latest collaboration with Polo G titled Want It All further confirms this.
3. Olamide
The YBNL head no longer requires an introduction, as he has been composing his tracks since the release of Eni Duro, which launched him into the spotlight. Olamide is remarkably proficient in songwriting, releasing an album each year.
4. Simi
The mother of one is among the most gifted vocalists and lyricists in Nigeria. Simi didn’t achieve proper fame until her hit with Falz titled Soldier.
Simi has since gifted us with lyrically rich pieces like Duduke; her latest release Woman is also a must-listen.
5. Adekunle Gold
Similar to his spouse, it seems the same creativity flows in Adekunle Gold, who is a reservoir of talent. Adekunle Gold not only composes his own music but also writes for fellow artists.
6. Brymo
He is among the overlooked music talents in Nigeria, yet Brymo’s songwriting talent is unparalleled. His albums Yellow, Oso, The Son Of A Kapenta serve as evidence of his skill.
7. Mayorkun
It would be an oversight not to feature the Mayor of Lagos in this compilation. The DMW artist has a gift for crafting melodies that resonate; his tracks such as Betty Butter, Eleko, and Geng exemplify this. Additionally, he pens songs for Davido.
8. Peruzzi
Another gifted songwriter from DMW makes our list. His tracks like Islova and Lagbaja serve as testament to his talent. Peruzzi also composes for various other musicians.
9. Tiwa Savage
Former Mavin Queen is among Nigeria‘s elite songwriters, requiring no introduction as her artistry speaks volumes. Tiwa Savage’s recently dropped track, Somebody’s Son ft Brandy, is sufficient proof of her talent.
10. Yemi Alade
Mama Africa is yet another prominent female songwriter included in our list who has shown remarkable consistency in her career. Yemi Alade’s chart-toppers such as Johnny and Shekere demonstrate her songwriting prowess.
In addition to these ten, there are a multitude of other renowned Nigerian songwriters.
