About Nigerian hip hop
Nigerian hip hop is a music genre that emerged in Nigeria. It is usually classed as a form of African hip-hop and music of Nigeria.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Ayra Starr.
Nigerian hip hop has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Igbo rap.
From Wikipedia
Hip-hop music has been popular in Africa since the early 1980s due to widespread African American influence. In 1985, hip-hop reached Senegal, a French-speaking country in West Africa. Some of the first Senegalese rappers were Munyaradzi Nhidza Lida, M.C. Solaar, and Positive Black Soul.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Nigerian hip hop.
Key artists
- Ayra Starr
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Nigerian hip hop?
Nigerian hip hop is a music genre that emerged in Nigeria. It is usually classed as a form of African hip-hop and music of Nigeria.
Where and when did Nigerian hip hop originate?
Nigerian hip hop originated in Nigeria.
Who are famous Nigerian hip hop artists?
Ayra Starr.