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| Single by Rema and Shallipopi | ||||
| Released | June 20, 2024 | |||
| Recorded | 2024 | |||
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| Length | 2:50 | |||
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| "Benin Boys" on YouTube | ||||
"Benin Boys" (stylised in all caps) is a song by Nigerian singers Rema and Shallipopi, released by Mavin Records, and Jonzing World on June 20, 2024. It was produced by Rema and producer X.[1][2]
Background and composition
Rema and Shallipopi wrote the song in 2024, after meeting at a Lagos music festival, in 2023.[3] Both of them uploaded a studio clip on January 30, 2024.[4] Produced by Producer X, with Rema as co-producer,[5] the song features an afrobeats rhythm, percussion instruments, a bassline, and keyboard synths.[6] The chord progression is centered around C minor and G7.[7]
Critical reception
Oumou Fofana of BET described the track as "a dynamic exchange of verses over heavy drums and electrifying background strings".[8]
References
- ^ "Benin Boys by Rema & Shallipopi on Apple Music". iTunes. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ Kyle, Dennis (June 20, 2024). "Rema Returns With New 'Benin Boys' Banger: Stream It Now". Billboard. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ Guardian, Nigeria. "Rema, Shallipopi to perform at 2024 Wireless Festival". The Guardian. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ (anonymous) (February 1, 2024). "See video of Rema and Shallipopi in studio". Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ "Nigerian superstar Rema returns with new track 'Benin Boys' featuring Shallipopi". Nigerian Tribune. June 21, 2024. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ Adeayo, Adebiyi (June 21, 2024). "Rema & Shallipopi celebrate their culture in historic hit collaboration 'Benin Boys'". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ (anonymous) (June 21, 2024). "Song You Need To Know: Shallipopi & Rema, 'Benin Boys'". Citi Musik. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
- ^ Oumou, Fofona (June 21, 2024). "Rema and Shallipopi Shares Afrobeats Anthem 'Benin Boys'". BET. Retrieved June 21, 2024.