As 2026 gathers momentum, chart-topping stars and rising talents are setting the tone with fresh releases. From street pop and drill to gospel and R&B, here are 10 standout tracks worth adding to your playlist.
1. Ayo Maff – Afro Adura
Street pop sensation Ayo Maff returns with a faith-driven anthem that reflects ambition, gratitude and spiritual devotion. Released as Muslims begin Ramadan, the song blends moving melodies with heartfelt lyrics in a style fans have come to love.
2. Mavo feat. SSSoundgawd – Aura Salad
Mavo continues his impressive run with this log drum-powered record featuring SSSoundgawd. The track cleverly interpolates KC & The Sunshine Band’s 1975 classic That’s The Way (I Like It), giving it a nostalgic yet contemporary bounce.
3. Rnboi feat. Ayra Starr – MON BÉBÉ
French act Rnboi links up with Ayra Starr for a smooth Francophone R&B cut. Sensual chords meet hip-hop basslines as Ayra delivers stunning vocals on this steamy collaboration.
4. Moses Bliss feat. Soweto Gospel Choir – Your Love II
Gospel star Moses Bliss teams up with the renowned Soweto Gospel Choir for a powerful remix filled with soaring harmonies and uplifting worship melodies.
5. Nonso Amadi – Greedy
Nonso Amadi glides effortlessly over bouncy production, fusing dancehall flow, R&B smoothness and pop sensibilities into another infectious tune.
6. Zoro feat. Jeriq – Nzogbu
Veteran rapper Zoro joins forces with drill heavyweight Jeriq for a gritty, chest-thumping anthem layered with Igbo lyricism and hard-hitting drill beats.
7. Laycon feat. Tytanium – Reason
Laycon returns with an introspective record that blends heartfelt bars and reflective storytelling, offering insight into his personal journey.
8. Reeplay & Antiworld Gangstars – Pompous
Reeplay links up with hip-hop collective Antiworld Gangstars for a swagger-heavy track rich in pidgin English, street lingo and bold braggadocio.
9. Stahgee feat. Lordeyang – People
Eastern Nigeria’s rising voice Stahgee teams up with Lordeyang for a contemplative drill record that blends warm melodies with sharp lyricism.
10. Töme – Cry Me A River
Canadian-Nigerian singer Töme showcases glossy vocals on this genre-bending release, making it clear she has little patience for drama as she embraces confidence and freedom.
