To the Islamic music community, Rukayat Gawat was one of its most popular female voices. On September 24, 2024, the news of the singer’s demise broke the internet, leaving fans with an outpouring of admiration for her music and the message she preached with it.
Although some of us knew her when she was with us, some only discovered her after her demise and still don’t know where to begin getting into her music. If you belong to the latter, these seven songs are the perfect introduction to her music.
Eto Obinrin
This song translates to “women’s rights.” In it, Rukayat sang about the challenges women face in marriages, such as domestic violence and infidelity.
Prayer feat. 9ice
She teamed up with 9ice to remind listeners that prayer is the master key.
Ope Olohun
This is a thanksgiving song. If you like to count your blessings one by one, literally, this song is perfect for your praise and worship session.
Ijo Ope feat. Saoty and Alao Malaika
Rukayat’s discography includes multiple songs of praise. Ijo Ope translates to “the dance of praise.” It’s about God’s goodness and its praise through dance. It features fellow Islamic singer Saoty and Fuji artist Malaika.
Aye Le
“Aye le” translates to “life’s hard.” This song preaches being good to all men and loving one’s neighbour as one’s self. It doubly addresses the situation of the kidnap of her dad, Alhaji Abdulrazak Aremu Gawat, who’s been missing for twelve years.
Last Prophet
Music and sermons have never been this melodious together. Rukayat educated listeners about the life of Prophet Muhammad and his teachings in this song. It features other Islamic singers like Ahmad Alawiye, Modinat Ashabi (Barrytide), Saheed Bamidele, Kabiti Bello, Aishat Adeleke, Monsurat Moji, and Fatimoh Olamide.
Arinnakore
In this song, Rukayat prays that goodness and mercy follow us all the days of our lives.
