Top 5 Nigerian Musicians Who Missed Their Chance To Shine
By PRISTINEGIST.COM
Nigeria is a country with a rich musical heritage and a vibrant entertainment industry. However, not every musician can make it to the top or stay relevant for long. Some of them have had golden opportunities to revive their careers or take them to the next level, but failed to seize the moment. Here are the top five Nigerian musicians who missed their chance to shine, according to a pro analyst and music lover.
5) Ice Prince Zamani
Ice Prince Zamani was once one of the hottest rappers in Nigeria, winning awards and collaborating with international stars. However, his rap skills and popularity declined over the years, as he switched to singing more about love and women. He had a chance to make a comeback when he featured on the song “Particula” with Nasty C, Jidenna and others, but he did not capitalize on it. Instead, he continued to release mediocre songs that did not resonate with his fans.
4) PSQUARE
PSQUARE was arguably the most successful musical duo in Africa, with numerous hits and awards. However, they broke up in 2017 due to a family feud, splitting their fan base and losing their momentum. They later reunited in 2019, sparking hopes of a comeback in the Nigerian music scene. However, they failed to deliver any new songs or performances that matched their previous standards. They also faced stiff competition from younger and more innovative artists, making them fade into obscurity.
3) Victor AD
Victor AD rose to fame with his inspirational song “Wetin You Gain” in 2018, which became an anthem for many Nigerians, especially those involved in internet fraud. The song also earned him a collaboration with Davido, one of the biggest names in the industry. However, Victor AD did not follow up with more songs that could sustain his relevance or expand his fan base. He was overshadowed by other artists who came up with similar or better songs, such as Asake, who has been topping charts with his catchy tunes.
2) Duncan Mighty
Duncan Mighty was one of the pioneers of contemporary highlife music in Nigeria, blending local and foreign influences. He was also known for his unique voice and melodies. He had a resurgence in 2018 when he featured on the hit song “Fake Love” with Wizkid, which exposed him to a new generation of listeners. However, he did not leverage on this opportunity to release more songs or collaborate with other artists. He also got involved in some controversies that tarnished his image and reputation.
1) Blackface
Blackface was one of the founding members of the legendary group Plantashun Boiz, along with 2face and Faze. However, he fell out with 2face over the ownership of the song “African Queen”, which became a global hit for 2face. Blackface accused 2face of stealing his song and sued him for damages. He also released several diss tracks against him, but none of them made any impact.
Blackface had the sympathy of many Nigerians who felt he was cheated by his former friend, but he did not use it to his advantage. He could have written another song that could showcase his talent and win back his fans, but he did not. He remained bitter and irrelevant, while 2face continued to soar higher in his career.
