In this week’s #BumpThis, we’re spotlighting Fuji music, the genre that’s been calming Nigerian nerves for decades. From the veterans to the new-school masters, we’ve curated a list of the most recent and addictive Fuji tracks to ease you into the weekend.
Groove to the recent hits from Fuji royalty like Adewale Ayuba and Saheed Osupa, alongside rising stars like Saheed Ishola Arogunmasa. Our selection is packed with infectious beats, heartfelt lyrics, and the signature Fuji flair that’ll transport you to a world of unlimited faaji.
Koloba Koloba — Adewale Ayuba
Shout-out to TikTok, Ayuba’s Koloba Koloba return to the mainstream, playing in Reels and blasting as the shenanigans at owambes go on. The message of the song convinces a babe’s parents that musicians aren’t promiscuous. He just wants to be a sweet, loving musician.
Oyin Tide, Sugar Tide — Wasiu Pasuma Alabi
This song title means “Honey has come, sugar has come” — Pasuma’s saying his music is the sweetest. Are you looking for a danceable track with self-praise, popular slang and street-wise advice you didn’t ask for? When you get to the name-drop parts, just pretend Paso is hailing you. Press play and this joint will make you feel pompous for the next 32 minutes.
Phenomenon — Saheed Osupa
Saheed Osupa is deep in tradition with this song. He sings of the profoundness of Fuji music, and its penetration into TikTok. He calls himself the king of music like Wu-Tang, and states his desire to continue to push Fuji to the point it earns a Grammy award. He hails the genre’s progenitors and moves to the talking drum and other elements of Fuji to state their importance. You just know that he lives and breathes Fuji music.
Gbagbe — Remi Aluko
This is straight to the dance floor. Remi Aluko has all the latest street and internet slang woven into his chorus. If you like bringing friends together to party, you can all rock to this.
First Impression — Muri Thunder
Muri Thunder argues that making a great first impression is essential in starting a relationship. He sings about a love interest giving him sleepless nights, and his commendable bedroom game.
Eyin Ewe Iwoyi — Wasiu KWAM1 Ayinde
Eyin Ewe Iwoyi means “You kids of nowadays”. It starts with serenading instrumentals; chilled, organised and perfect for an evening of fun and relaxation. KWAM1 sings to the youth about hard work and the importance of time and blends it with smooth-spoken word poetry.
Currency Leleyi — Taye Currency
This is what braggadocious Fuji music sounds like: exaltation and reverence of self combined with dexterity. Taye Currency warns enemies to back off.
My Warning (Ikilo) — Tiri Leather
Tiri Leather’s warning is an admonishment to listeners not to live a fake life. He adds that everything doesn’t look as good as they appear.
Orin Tawa Kun Funmo — KSI Malaika
“Music that’s full of wisdom” is what this song title translates to in English. Fuji singer Malaika distances himself from shallow perspectives, stating that his songs leave listeners with lessons to take away.
Onishola Motunde — Saheed Ishola Arogunmasa
On Saheed Ishola’s Globalist album, he announces his presence and brags about his skills. He prays to continue to be on top of his game. Although Saheed Ishola is an artist signed to Pasuma’s Wasbar Records, his approach interestingly sounds like an offshoot of Saheed Osupa.
