5 Popular Places in Lagos Nigerian Artists Sang About

There are some places in Lagos that have been made more popular owing to the mention of these places in some songs by top artists in Nigeria. Let’s take a look at some of these places.

·         Ojuelegba by Wizkid

Ojuelegba is a song written by Wizkid and produced by the record producing duo Legendury Beatz. The song shares its title with the metropolitan subsection of Lagos Mainland. It highlights Wizkid's struggles as an underground artist who roamed the streets of Ojuelegba to support his recording interest.

·         Ebute Metta by Banky W

A hit song composed by Banky W, Ebute Meta is another song that talks about a surburb on the Lagos Island. The song is regarded as the remix of Rihanna’s song – Umbrella as its shares the same beat with the song.

·         Surulere by Dr Sid

Surulere is a song written by Dr Sid and produced by Marvin Records. Though the literal meaning of Surulere according to the song is the English translation “patience”, one cannot but relate it to the surburb in Lagos Island which also shares the same name.

·         Agege Anthem by Small Doctor

This song talks about the development of Agege from what it used to be and the varying talents that are present. Agege is also a suburb on the Lagos Mainland. He also gave various tributes to other artistes and friends in the song.

·         Bariga Vs Agege by Olamide & Pro Whizzie

This song is a duo where Olamide talks about Bariga as his place of origin while also mentioning some other places in Lagos. Pro Whizzie on the other hand sings about Agege.

Do you think we have missed out some other songs about places in Lagos or even any other place in Nigeria? Then give us the title and name of the artist in the comment box below.