Bright Chimezie Lands First Spotify Top 100 Hit After Linking up with Davido

Bright Chimezie – Because of English

Bright Chimezie – Because of English Nigerian highlife legend Bright Chimezie has seen a resurgence in popularity with his classic song Because of English. Originally released in 1984, this track has recently gained attention after Afrobeats star Davido cited it as an inspiration for his new song “With You” featuring Omah Lay. Because of English humorously addresses the challenges of language barriers, a theme that resonates with many. The song’…

The 40 Greatest Davido Songs of All Time, Ranked by Fans

From that rich kid shouting “E ma dami duro!” in 2011 to shutting down stadiums around the world, Davido has proven time and time again that he’s more than a hitmaker — he’s a cultural movement. Long before he said “We rise by lifting others,” his music was already lifting spirits and waistlines across the continent. Whether he’s singing about money, love, heartbreak, vibes, or straight-up balling, Davido has spent over a decade serving bangers …

"Pesin wey no sabi sing": Profiling David Adeleke (Davido) - Blackbox Nigeria

Ganiu Bamgbose, PhD I understand that the 30 Billion Family may get furious and, as it is said in internet slang, “may come for me”. That notwithstanding, this profiling is important. Again, this article is not written to “chase clout” (another social media slang expression for fame or popularity). It is primarily composed to appraise the life of a man who even his fans must have heard it many times that he is not a fantastic singer. Several rea…

Bright Chimezie lands first Spotify Top 100 hit after linking up with Davido

Nigerian highlife legend Bright Chimezie is enjoying a fresh wave of recognition as his classic hit Because of English makes its debut on the Spotify Nigeria Top 100 Chart, nearly four decades after its original release. The 1984 record entered the chart at No. 99, marking the veteran’s first-ever appearance on the streaming platform’s coveted list. This resurgence comes in the wake of a high-profile link-up with Afrobeats superstar Davido. The …