Olamide – Lagos Nawa! (2017): Album Review and Full Tracklist
Lagos Nawa!, also known as Lagos Nawa (Wobey Sound), is the seventh studio album by Nigerian rapper and singer Olamide. It was released on November 17, 2017, through YBNL Nation and contains 17 tracks with a runtime of about 59 minutes.
The album followed The Glory (2016) and represented a shift toward a more melodic, energetic and Afrobeats-influenced sound, while maintaining Olamide’s connection to Nigerian street culture.
Album Details
- Artist: Olamide
- Album: Lagos Nawa!
- Also known as: Lagos Nawa (Wobey Sound)
- Release Date: November 17, 2017
- Label: YBNL Nation
- Genre: Afrobeats / Afro-rap / Street-hop
- Number of Tracks: 17
- Length: Approximately 59 minutes
- Featured Artists: Timaya, Reminisce, Phyno & Tiwa Savage
- Main Producers: Young Jonn & Olamide
Lagos Nawa! Tracklist
- Fe Nu Shey Street
- Radio Lagos
- Yagaga
- The One
- Oro Paw Paw
- Bend It Over – feat. Timaya & Reminisce
- Shine
- Saysaymaley
- Mo Je Dodo
- Lagos Nawa
- Everyday Is Not Christmas
- On a Must Buzz – feat. Phyno
- Shanko Baby
- Fine Fine Girls – feat. Tiwa Savage
- Wo!!
- Enimimomi
- Wo Spiritual
The 17-track sequence is confirmed by Qobuz, Amazon Music and Apple Music.
About Lagos Nawa!
Lagos Nawa! arrived less than a year after The Glory. Unlike the more rap-heavy direction of that previous album, Olamide leaned heavily into Afrobeats, street-pop and Wobey-style sounds on this project.
The album was famously reported to have been completed in about two days, with Young Jonn handling most of the production. Olamide himself produced “Shine.”
The title reflects Olamide’s strong connection with Lagos, while the phrase “Wobey Sound” represents the energetic street-oriented sound that dominated parts of Nigerian popular music around this period.
Notable Songs
Wo!!
“Wo!!” was the major hit from the album and was released as a single before the album. Produced by Young Jonn, the song became one of the biggest Nigerian street-pop records of 2017.
The song’s catchy hook, energetic production and simple dance-friendly structure helped it become a major cultural moment.
Wo Spiritual
“Wo Spiritual” provides a different take on the popular “Wo” concept. It closes the album and gives the project a spiritual-themed ending.
Oro Paw Paw
“Oro Paw Paw” is one of the more energetic records on the album, fitting the project’s street-pop and Wobey identity.
Bend It Over
Featuring Timaya and Reminisce, “Bend It Over” brings together three established Nigerian artists for one of the album’s major collaborations.
Fine Fine Girls
“Fine Fine Girls” features Tiwa Savage, adding a melodic female vocal presence to the album.
On a Must Buzz
Olamide reunites with Phyno on “On a Must Buzz,” continuing the chemistry between two of Nigeria’s most prominent indigenous rappers.
Production
Most of Lagos Nawa! was produced by Young Jonn, Olamide’s frequent collaborator during the YBNL era. Olamide also produced “Shine” himself.
The production is characterized by energetic percussion, catchy melodies, street-pop rhythms and Afrobeats influences rather than the heavier rap sound heard on The Glory.
Features
The album features four guest artists:
- Timaya
- Reminisce
- Phyno
- Tiwa Savage
These collaborations add variety while keeping Olamide at the center of the project.
Reception and Legacy
Lagos Nawa! became Olamide’s seventh studio album in seven years, continuing his remarkable run of annual album releases.
The album also reached No. 6 on the Billboard World Albums chart.
Most importantly, the project reinforced Olamide’s ability to adapt to changing Nigerian music trends while maintaining his street identity. “Wo!!” became the defining song of the project and one of the most recognizable Nigerian songs of 2017.
Conclusion
Olamide’s Lagos Nawa! (2017) is a 17-track Afrobeats and street-pop project that showcases a more melodic and commercially accessible side of the rapper.
With major records such as “Wo!!,” “Wo Spiritual,” “Oro Paw Paw,” “Bend It Over,” and “On a Must Buzz,” the album captures Olamide’s strong connection to Lagos street culture and his ability to evolve his sound without losing his identity.
Released during one of the most successful periods of his career, Lagos Nawa! remains an important chapter in Olamide’s YBNL era.
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