{"id":217239,"date":"2025-09-08T09:51:57","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T09:51:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/?p=217239"},"modified":"2025-09-08T09:51:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T09:51:57","slug":"is-dance-still-necessary-for-a-song-to-blow-in-nigeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/2025\/09\/08\/is-dance-still-necessary-for-a-song-to-blow-in-nigeria\/","title":{"rendered":"Is dance still necessary for a song to blow in Nigeria?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In Nigeria, music and dance have always been intertwined. From <\/span>Skelewu<\/span><\/em> in 2013 to <\/span>Buga<\/span><\/em> in 2022, viral dance steps have repeatedly transformed songs into cultural phenomena. In the streaming and TikTok era, dance often serves as a shortcut to visibility.<\/span><\/p>\n

But in 2025, the conversation is more nuanced. While some songs still explode thanks to a dance challenge, others dominate charts and break global records without choreography. So, the question is, <\/span>does a Nigerian song still need a dance routine to blow?<\/span><\/p>\n

Dance as a Proven Accelerator<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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L-R: Tems| Rema| Ayra Starr| Asake| Davido| Wizkid| Burna Boy| Seyi Vibez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dance remains one of the surest ways to propel a song into mass adoption. Platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels reward creator-driven content, and simple, repeatable steps often determine whether a song trends.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 TikTok Nigeria\u2019s \u201cYear on TikTok 2023<\/em>\u201d confirmed that most of the year\u2019s biggest Afrobeats moments were fueled by dance-led challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Kizz Daniel\u2019s <\/em><\/span>Buga<\/span><\/em> was Nigeria\u2019s most consumed single of 2022 across streaming, airplay, and YouTube. It also topped <\/span>Shazam\u2019s global chart<\/span>, driven largely by its viral dance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Case Studies: Songs That Blew With Dance<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Over the years, these tracks became hits because of the dances tied to them:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Davido ft. Omah Lay \u2013 \u201cWith You\u201d (2025):<\/span><\/strong> Sparked trending dances and lip-sync routines on TikTok Nigeria, fueling its dominance and contributing to Davido\u2019s record-breaking six consecutive years with a No.1 hit.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wizkid \u2013 \u201cKese (Dance)\u201d (2024):<\/span><\/strong> Lived up to its name, with viral choreography helping it debut at #1 in Nigeria and smash Spotify streaming records.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Davido ft. Musa Keys \u2013 \u201cUnavailable\u201d (2023):<\/span><\/strong> The #UnavailableChallenge made it one of TikTok Nigeria\u2019s defining Afrobeats moments.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Kizz Daniel & Tekno \u2013 \u201cBuga\u201d (2022):<\/span><\/strong> A simple step turned this into the most popular Nigerian song of 2022 and a global chart-topper.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Asake \u2013 \u201cJoha\u201d (2022):<\/span><\/strong> Launched with a deliberate dance rollout, ensuring it stood out in Asake\u2019s crowded release run.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Zlatan \u2013 \u201cZanku (Leg Work)\u201d (2019):<\/span><\/strong> Popularised the Zanku dance, cementing street culture in mainstream Afropop.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Burna Boy ft. Zlatan \u2013 \u201cKillin Dem\u201d (2019):<\/span><\/strong> Spread the Zanku nationwide, helping Burna dominate the street wave.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Naira Marley \u2013 \u201cSoapy\u201d (2019):<\/span><\/strong> Its controversial dance move sparked debate but amplified visibility.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Olamide \u2013 \u201cWo!\u201d (2017):<\/span><\/strong> The #WoChallenge turned into a street sensation despite health ministry controversy.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Portable ft. Olamide & Poco Lee \u2013 \u201cZazoo Zehh\u201d (2021):<\/span><\/strong> The synergy of Portable\u2019s energy and Poco Lee\u2019s dance push made it unavoidable.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Shaku Shaku wave (2017\u20132018):<\/span><\/strong> Multiple hits, from Olamide\u2019s \u201cWo!\u201d to Mr Real\u2019s \u201cLegbegbe,\u201d capitalised on this street craze.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Davido \u2013 \u201cSkelewu\u201d (2013):<\/span><\/strong> A classic playbook move with instructional video and nationwide dance competition.<\/span><\/p>\n

When Dance Isn\u2019t Needed<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tems| Fireboy DML| Ayra Starr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On the other hand, some of Nigeria\u2019s biggest hits rose without a dance challenge. See some below:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Ayra Starr \u2013 \u201cCommas\u201d (2024):<\/span><\/strong> Surpassed 100M Spotify streams, certified Gold in Canada, and charted internationally, all without a major dance trend.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Wizkid ft. Brent Faiyaz \u2013 \u201cPiece of My Heart\u201d (2024):<\/span><\/strong> Set Spotify Nigeria\u2019s biggest first-day streams and YouTube Nigeria streaming records through star power and anticipation, not choreography.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Davido & YG Marley \u2013 \u201cAwuke\u201d (2024):<\/span><\/strong> Became Davido\u2019s longest-running No.1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100, with success tied to its quality and streaming push, not a dance.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Seyi Vibez \u2013 \u201cDifferent Pattern\u201d (2024):<\/span><\/strong> One of the top-performing songs of Q1 2024, thriving on street credibility and streaming, not a challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Asake \u2013 \u201cLonely At The Top\u201d (2023):<\/span><\/strong> Nigeria\u2019s longest-running No.1 song, without a dedicated dance trend.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Rema \u2013 \u201cCalm Down\u201d (2022\u20132023)<\/a>:<\/span><\/strong> Reached No.3 on the Billboard Hot 100, powered by remixes and radio, not the viral dance videos by fans. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Fireboy DML & Ed Sheeran \u2013 \u201cPeru\u201d (2021\u20132022):<\/span><\/strong> Climbed to No.2 on the UK Singles Chart thanks to strong airplay.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Pheelz & BNXN \u2013 \u201cFinesse\u201d (2022):<\/span><\/strong> TikTok-driven through memes and audio trends, not choreography.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>Wizkid & Tems \u2013 \u201cEssence\u201d (2021):<\/span><\/strong> The first Afrobeats song to crack the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Top 10, carried by melody and cultural resonance.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span>CKay \u2013 \u201cLove Nwantiti\u201d (2019\u20132021):<\/span><\/strong> Became a worldwide hit through remixes and covers, not tied to a single routine.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Bottom Line<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Bnxn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

So, is dance still necessary for a Nigerian hit to blow? Yes, and No.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span><\/strong>Yes, as a catalyst<\/strong>:<\/span> Dance challenges continue to supercharge songs into mainstream awareness. <\/span>Buga<\/span>, <\/span>Unavailable<\/span>, <\/span>Kese (Dance)<\/span>, <\/span>With You<\/span> are proof.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 <\/span><\/strong>No, as a requirement<\/strong>:<\/span> Some of Nigeria\u2019s most significant global records like <\/span>Essence<\/span>, <\/span>Calm Down<\/span>, <\/span>Peru<\/span>, <\/span>Lonely At The Top<\/span>, and more recent hits like <\/span>Commas<\/span> and <\/span>Piece of My Heart<\/span> succeeded without a dance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Conclusion <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Dance is no longer a mandatory ingredient for success in Nigerian music. It\u2019s still one of the most effective marketing tools available, but melody, remixes, star power, and global distribution can be just as powerful.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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