Chike, Bella Shmurda Pay Tribute to Mohbad in New Songs

Ferdinand  Ekechukwu

The late street-pop sensation, Mohbad has continued to make waves even in death. Aside the controversies that have trailed in the wake of his passing, songs have been recorded in his honour. One of such is Brothers Records Honcho and the ‘Boo of the Booless’ crooner, Chike who has just graced the music scene with his latest offering, an amazing new video for the single titled, Egwu, featuring the late and immensely talented Mohbad.

The vibrant and colourful video for the collaborative song is brought to life through a joyful visual that celebrates the unbridled spirit of music, immortalising the duo’s legacy. The song was released in December last year. This release, however, comes with a poignant backdrop, as it stands as one of the last collaborations recorded before the untimely passing of Mohbad last September.

Egwu, just like other songs, once again proves the caliber of talent that Mohbad embodied. Even posthumously, his artistry continues to resonate, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene. After Mohbad’s death, Nigerian artists recorded over 60 tribute songs in his honour.

In the same light, another Nigerian artist and friend to the late singer, Bella Shmurda is to release a new album on the one year memorial of Mohbad’s passing.  Bella Shmurda’s tribute album to Mohbad is another notable addition that honours the Nigerian music star. Bella Shmurda who recently had a successful show in the United Kingdom, made a stop at Capital Xtra Radio Station to talk about his plans for 2024.

During the interview, Bella Shmurda shared his plans to drop two projects in 2024, the first being an EP which would be followed by an album that will be released in September.  The EP titled ‘Road To September 12’ comes off the back of his 2023 EP ‘DND’ which had the singles ‘Ara’ and ‘NSV’ featuring Tiwa Savage.

Bella Shmurda also said the album would be released on September 12, 2024, in honour of the late Streep-pop sensational and his friend Mohbad who sadly passed away on the same date in 2023. Following Mohbad’s passing in 2023, Bella Shmurda paid tribute to him with the single ‘My Brother’.