Igbo rap
Nigerian music genre
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Igbo rap is a Nigerian style of hip hop music that originated in the Igbo-dominated southeastern region of Nigeria and has become more popular since 2000. The style draws its main influences from Igbo traditional music and African American music. Aside other derived styles, it can be combined with highlife, R&B and afro-soul.[1] Most artists and groups who perform Igbo rap usually deliver their lyrics in the Igbo language, although on some occasions, Igbo is blended with Pidgin English.[1]
Stylistic originsHip hop, Igbo traditional music, African American music
Cultural originsLate 1990s
Southeastern Nigeria (especially Enugu)
Southeastern Nigeria (especially Enugu)
| Igbo rap | |
|---|---|
| Stylistic origins | Hip hop, Igbo traditional music, African American music |
| Cultural origins | Late 1990s Southeastern Nigeria (especially Enugu) |
| Typical instruments | Rapping, vocals, keyboard, sampler, drums |
| Fusion genres | |
| Igbo highlife | |
| Other topics | |
Early pioneers in the scene include Mr Raw, MC Loph, and 2Shotz. Today, many musical acts like Phyno, Ugoccie, Zoro, and Jeriq are considered Igbo rap artists.[2][3][4][5][6][1]
