- Nigerian singer Oxlade’s A Color Show performance of his hit Ku Lo Sa has surpassed one billion streams worldwide
- A Color Show series hosted by ColorsxStudios has also seen numerous performances from Nigerian artistes
- TheRadar curated a list of 6 must-watch Afrobeats A Color Show performances
With the aim of spotlighting talented artistes, ColorsxStudios has consistently curated it's A Colors Show series to highlight an array of Afrobeats stars.
This series not only celebrates the dynamic sounds of the genre but also provides a platform for rising and established stars to shine.
Recently, the performance of Afrobeats singer Oxlade garnered over a billion streams worldwide. This is said to be the highest from the series.
Following Oxlade’s milestone, TheRadar, in this piece, highlighted the 7 unforgettable and standout performances of Afrobeats stars on A Color Show series.
7 unforgettable Colors performances by Afrobeats artistes
- Oxlade — Ku Lo Sa — 2023
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ikuforiji Abdulrahman known as Oxlade is arguably considered to have the most significant performance on A Color Show. The 27-year-old was featured to perform an unreleased song, Ku Lo Sa.
The title is the deconstructed form of the Closer. Oxlade’s performance went viral and sparked a TikTok challenge at the time. He officially released the song and it gained further recognition including a remix with Camila Cabello. Recently, the performance reportedly garnered over a billion streams.
- Rema — Bad Commando — 2020
Rema’s Bad Commando is a must-watch performance on A Colors Show. The performance also made waves trailing behind Oxlade’s Ku Lo Sa. In the performance, Rema set himself apart with his distinctive props and vocal range.
- Libianca — Jah — 2024
Libianca made waves after the success of her hit People, which was later followed by Jah. She was featured on the A Color Show series to perform her song Jah. The song touched on the theme of gratitude to God for his continuous blessing.
- Victony — Many Men — 2023
Described as one of the sonic Afrobeats voices, Victony also graced the A Colors Show with his signature tune. The singer explored his single Many Men. The song reminisced on his past struggles, his near-death experience and his miraculous recovery. Victony’s ability to channel his personal experiences into the song made it relatable.
- Ayra Starr — Ase — 2023
Afrobeats sensation singer Ayra Starr also featured on the A Colors Show to perform her single Ase. The single was later included in her debut album, 19 & dangerous. Asides from her stand-out vocals, Ayra Starr’s cheoregraphy enhanced her performance.
- BNXN — In My Mind — 2023
BNXN’s In My Mind performance on A Colors Show is a must-watch. The rendition, which came two days before the release of his EP Bad Since ‘97, saw BNXN explore his vocals on the theme of love. The song In My Mind highlighted unreciprocated love and the pretence that comes with it.
- Tiwa Savage — Attention — 2020
Often regarded as the Queen of Afrobeats, Tiwa Savage rendered her single Attention. The singer and songwriter’s performance captured her vocal coherence and style. It is one of the timeless performances on A Colors Show.
5 notable Afrobeats albums to expect in 2025
Meanwhile, TheRadar reported that 2024 brought forth a remarkable array of albums, creating a thrilling roller coaster ride for music enthusiasts with an ever-expanding selection to explore.
However, for 2025, the year has hinted at exciting upcoming releases from Afrobeats' biggest stars. From Burna Boy to Omah Lay and Davido, TheRadar spotlighted five notable Afrobeats music projects fans should expect in 2025.
