2022 is winding down and it’s been an eventful year for Afropop. There’s been a torrent of great new music, spawning a massive stack of inventive smash-hit songs. From Highlife-infused Ghanaian pop, to the unrelenting force that is Nigerian street-pop to South Africa’s indomitable Dance scene, to tantalising Drill explorations in East and Central Africa, and much, much more, we’re living through abundant and musically expansive times.

Every week, many songs from African artists make their way to digital streaming platforms, and wading through them can be intense. That’s where The NATIVE’s Songs of the Day column comes in to help. We go through as many new releases as possible, spotlighting them here, two to three times every week. Today, enjoy new music from King Perryy, Vigro Deep, Niinety9 and more. Lock in!

King Perryy – “Turkey Nla Remix” ft. Tekno 

Off the back of his most recent single release titled “Turkey Nla” which arrived only a few months ago, Afro-fusion artist King Perryy has now shared the Tekno-assisted remix for the record. The Amapiano-infused record makes the original track more enjoyable with catchy verses and memorable hooks alongside a feature from Afropop star, Tekno. The track sets the momentum for his highly anticipated EP titled ‘Continental Playlist’ with star-studded appearances from Tekno, Victony, Ria Sean, and 1da Banton.

Vigro Deep – “Shukushuku” ft. Senjay

South African DJ and producer Vigro Deep makes music that sees listeners at the base of their emotions. Last Friday, he shared his latest project titled ‘My House, My Rules,’ which featured the standout track, “Shukushuku.” The party-starting bop “Shukushuku,” finds him teaming up with Senjay for an instantly memorable anthem. In usual Vigro Deep fashion, he makes use of log drums, heavy kicks and ascending cymbals to create otherwordly melodies that provide the perfect backdrop for his collaborators. 

R2Bees – “Su Mo Mi”

Following their streak of releases this year, Ghanaian duo R2Bees have recently arrived with their most recent release titled “Su Mo Mi.” The uptempo Amapiano record sees the duo at their most experimental, as they explore more drums and heavy beats. Over the KillBeatz production, the artists sing in their native dialects about their attraction to their love interests.

ManLikeJoe – “Games” ft. Niinety9

Newcomer ManLikeJoe has recently shared his new single titled “Games.” On the new number, he taps Afropop singer Niinety9 to deliver a romantic number. Over the melodious Johnson IP produced-track, the pair serenade their respective love interests with lyrics such as “All day, all day I’m thinking about you/my way, my way baby you go come my way.” 

Fasina – “Bad 4 Me”

Fasina makes sweet-sounding music that has earned him a loyal following of listeners. On his latest single, “Bad 4 Me,” the singer opens up about a toxic lover who he can’t get off his mind. Over twinkling keys and R&B-infused production with Afropop sensibilities, he sings “They say that you’re bad/all these boys do is cap cap cap,” as he lets her know the extent to which he’s willing to go for her.

Ronisia – “Probleme” ft. CKay

For the uninitiated listener, Ronisia was first introduced on CKay’s debut album ‘Sad Romance,’ when he featured the Cape Verde singer on the record “Lose You.” Now, Ronisia is here with her most recent offering titled “Probleme,” with a guest verse from CKay. The record finds the both artists reminding their muses about the hold they have over them. While Ronisia sings in her native dialect, her vocal texture combined with CKay’s give the record a special touch. 

Mr Eazi – “See Something” ft. Shatta Wale, DJ Neptune Medikal & Minz

Following the success of his hit single “Patek,” Mr Eazi teams up with Shatta Wale, DJ Neptune Medikal and Minz for another Amapiano-infused bop titled “See Something.” All the collaborators on the record bring their best to the record as they deliver stellar performances, colouring it with catchy and memorable verses that will surely get replay value this holiday season. 

SuperWozzy – “The Same” ft. PsychoYP 

Street pop rapper SuperWozzy taps Abuja based rapper PsychoYP for the brand new hippy record, “The Same.” On the Nakedbeatz-produced track, the artists are at his most braggadocious as they remind listeners of the work they put in to get to their current level. In usual PsychoYP style, he slides melodiously over the production while he delivers hard hitting bars.

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