- 2024 is just 18 days away, and it has been a rollercoaster ride for most Nigerians
- From the music perspective, Nigerians as music lovers have also been on a ride with the Afrobeats genre
- As the year draws to an end, TheRadar asked seven music enthusiasts what Afrobeats song best describes their 2024
The curtain is slowly closing on the year 2024. For countless Nigerians, the year has unfolded as an exhilarating roller coaster.
It is marked by a whirlwind of events that have also profoundly influenced both the nation and the vibrant genre of Afrobeats music.
From euphoric triumphs to unexpected challenges, this dynamic year has encapsulated the spirit of resilience and creativity that defines the Nigerian musical landscape and music enthusiasts.
Regardless of what 2024 brought, whether it is surviving the relentless challenges of Nigeria’s struggling economy or the catalogue of memories people hold dear, it is a year worth reflecting on.
7 music enthusiasts describe 2024 with songs
TheRadar asked seven music enthusiasts to describe their 2024 with the Afrobeats songs that best capture their experiences throughout the year. Here's what they have to say:
- Actor and Director, Ezekiel Abayomi
“It will be Unto You by Chike. Thank God for God it’s been a crazy year. You try to show up for people, they act like they love but when it’s time to show up they actually don't, not everyone though, not all smiles or applause seem like what they are.
“It’s been a year of, ‘I really don’t care what anyone does anymore,’ I will celebrate with you, show up where I can, it’s up to you to do the same when I need you to or not. My birthday said a lot about it.
“I intentionally didn’t post anything about it, not someone who takes birthdays so seriously anyway but even some of my closest persons didn’t remember. It was an experiment I did and it gave me so much insight on a lot of things about myself, too.”
- Video Editor, Spreezy X
“Monkey's Chandelier, it goes 'Koni man die, Koni man bury am' powerful line for what's been going on around the world, I'd say,”
- Data Analyst, Ifeoluwa Gbadewole
“Ohhh simple. Ise Oluwa by Fireboy DML. I literally don’t know how I got it done this year. I was doing so much, and In fact, when I think about it, I really can’t place a finger on how I am getting everything done,”
- Cinematographer, Victor
“Mood by Asake. Because this year has been a rollercoaster of emotions, struggles, love, and everything in between, both in general and on a personal level,”
- Web Developer, Elvis Uzorka
See Finish by Qing Madi: it serves as a reminder to keep certain things to myself, as betrayal has sadly become a part of our everyday lives. I often hesitate to confide in friends because they may exploit our vulnerabilities. Overall, it's wise to limit what you say and who you share it with.
- Lawyer, Demola
“I’m a kizz Daniel person, so it’ll be one of his songs. Double! It just gives me a vibe I like and describes everything that 2024 was for me,”
- Student, Blessing
“This year honestly has been the hardest and few memorable moments. I think Wizkid’s Piece of My Heart captures it for me. It probably gives me the calm I need to survive the rest of the year,”
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