The Headies is back again this year irrespective of the setback they encountered after Headies 2016. It is important to note that only music that includes audio and videos released between July 2017 till date are qualified for nomination in the 2018 edition of The Headies.
Please be aware that The Headies secretariat is open to receive entries for the 2018 edition of the Awards.
What is The Headies?
The Headies which was formerly called the Hip Hop World Awards debuted in 2006. Since then, it has become one of Nigeria’s most anticipated annual entertainment event.
How do Artists emerge as winners?
Winners are arrived at either through voting by the public for categories opened to voting. Or through critical and in-depth analysis by the members of the Headies Jury.
It may interest you to know that the current image of the Headies was conceptualized by Ayo Animashaun and drawn by Matthias Aragbada. The Headies plaque is a mixture of resin, copper, steel, marble and gold.
HEADIES 2018/2019 NEXT RATED NOMINEES
Although it is yet to be official but our radar has the following names on the spotlight for the 2018/2019 Headies Next Rated Artist of the Year Award.
1.Teniola: From becoming an Internet sensation to being recognized as the “Rookie of the year”, Teniola’s stature as an artist rose pretty quick. Her Instagram freestyle of 2017 was morphed into a single titled “Farjin”, which enjoyed enough airplay and downloads to be considered a hit song. Teni went on to write one of the continent’s chart-ranking songs for Davido. Teni has since boosted her profile with the release of another gem of a song titled “Askamaya”, which is originally the name of a hotel in the neighbourhood of her studio but has since become a term that artists like Reekado Banks have adopted. Teni repeated her 2017 attention-grabbing feat with another Instagram freestyle which she recorded in celebration of her graduation from the American Institute of Management, proving that her gift is no fluke. She’s got the gift, a “supportive” label, a mass of fans and critics rooting for her to crossover to become a superstar.
2.Peruzzi: The name “Peruzzi” is fast becoming a household music name, partly because his talent as an artist and partly because of the popularity of his label. Peruzzi is sometimes called “Peruzzi Vibes”, presumably because of his style of music that is characterized by vibes and melodies. He combines these musical elements on songs, using them consistently to shine, particularly on collaborations; both intra-label and inter-label collaborations. “Mind”, “Aje”, “Unbeliva” and the 2baba-owned “Amaka” are amongst his best displays.
3. Ceeza Milli: Ceeza Milli is said to have had an input as a songwriter on the best collaboration of 2017 – “Ma Lo” – which had Tiwa Savage and Wizkid as performers. Ceeza’s strong affiliation with Wizkid earned him a spot on the Star boy Entertainment group song, “Soco”, which many have tipped to be the collaboration of this year. Ceeza also has an impressive collaboration with Duncan Mighty titled “Sabi” – a song that is prominently mentioned among collaborations that collectively mark the resurgence of the Port-Harcourt first son. Ceeza Milli’s influence in the industry continues to grow, only a few in his class command his size of influence.
4. Victor AD: Some of the best music in Nigeria this year is coming from the South South, particularly Warri where the likes of Erriga & Victor AD have made it a habit to put out good music content. Victor AD, being a relatively new name on the mainstream, has particularly impressed with his featured input on “Motivation” and his own single titled “Wetin We Dey.” Victor has a thing for inspiring, sonorous and mild-tempo music which seems to appeal to not just people in Warri but a growing fraction of Nigerian music lovers who turn to his music for inspiration for their everyday hustle.
5. Wurld: Among the class of alternative artists who draw inspiration from western music of the ‘90s and retro fashion; Wurld is one of the names associated with a rising profile. The singer blends his music gift with a unique style of fashion, particularly his ever-changing hair color, to create a charming character with a touch of mystery. His primary audience is a community of UK-based Africans but his tentacle is spreading to the black continent, especially with his welcome works with first-rate producer, Sarz. Wurld is building an audience in two ends of the pole, connecting them through their shared music interests. He is showing the kind of promise that Mr. Eazi and Maleek Berry showed during their earliest period of their penetration into the Nigerian music market.
Most people have been searching for the list of The Headies 2018 Nominees. Search no more, below is a list of the 2018/2019 Headies Nominees and their various categories. Please be aware that the awards are categorized according to voting and non-voting sections.
BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR
BUTTERFLIES – OMAWUMI
HALLELUYAH – FUNBI
PONMILE – REMINISCE
HEAVEN – BANKY W
JOROMI – SIMI
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
(FALL, MAMA) KIDOMINANT
(ISKABA, MALO) SPELLZ
(MARADONA, COME CLOSER) SARZ
YAWA, VIRTUOUS WOMAN- MASTERKRAFT
(IF, RARA) TEKNO
BEST POP SINGLE
YEBA – KISS DANIEL
MAD OVER YOU – RUNTOWN
ALL OVER – TIWA SAVAGE
ISKABA – WANDE COAL AND DJ TUNEZ
IF– DAVIDO
FIA – DAVIDO
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
MA LO – TIWA SAVAGE FT WIZKID (MEJI ALABI)
FOCUS- HUMBLE SMITH (CLARENCE PETERS)
COME CLOSER – WIZKID (DAPS)
BEEN CALLING – MALEEK BERRY (MEJI ALABI)
YOLO – SEYI SHAY (MEJI ALABI)
LIKE DAT – DAVIDO (DAPS)
BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE
HOLY HOLY – 2BABA
COME CLOSER – WIZKID
LOVE YOU DIE – PATORANKING FT. DIAMOND PLATNUMZ
DANCE – TIMAYA FT. RUDEBOY
ROCK YOUR BODY – BURNA BOY
SOFA – KISS DANIEL
BEST RAP ALBUM
THE GLORY – OLAMIDE
EL HADJ – REMINISCE
27 – FALZ
TRIP TO THE SOUTH – ERIGGA
THE PLAYMAKER – PHYNO
ROSE – AQ
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BEST R&B/POP ALBUM
IJELE THE TRAVELLER – FLAVOR
SOUNDS FROM THE OTHER SIDE – WIZKID
SIMISOLA – SIMI
GOLD – ADEKUNLE GOLD
TIMELESS – OMAWUMI
THIS IS ME – NINIOLA
BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR
BUTTERFLIES – OMAWUMI
JOROMI – SIMI
PONMILE – REMINISCE
HALLELUYAH – FUNBI
HEAVEN – BANKY W
BEST R&B SINGLE
LOVE YOU BABY – BANKY W
TONIGHT – NONSO AMADI
LET ME KNOW – MALEEK BERRY
ROMEO & JULIET – JOHHNY DRILLE
FOLASHADE – PRAIZ
SMILE FOR ME – SIMI
BEST ‘ALTERNATIVE’ SONG
PONMILE – REMINISCE
RADIO – NONSO AMADI
MONEY – ADEKUNLE GOLD
ROMEO & JULIET – JOHNNY DRILLE
BEST COLLABO
JUICE – YCEE FT MALEEK BERRY
COME CLOSER – WIZKID FT. DRAKE
MA LO – TIWA SAVAGE FT WIZKID
TEMPER REMIX – SKALES FT BURNA BOY
NO FORGET – ADEKUNLE GOLD FT. SIMI
BEST RAP SINGLE
YOU RAPPERS SHOULD FIX UP YOUR LIVES – MI
LINK UP – PHYNO FT. BURNA BOY, M.I.
UP TO YOU – SHOW DEM CAMP FT FUNBI
ME VERSUS ME – ICE PRINCE
SOMETHING LITE – FALZ FT YCEE
BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE(MALE)
FOLASHADE – PRAIZ
ROMEO & JULIET – JOHNNY DRILLE
A NON-VOTING CATEGORY:
PERFECT WOMAN – FAZE
TONIGHT – NONSO AMADI
LOVE YOU BABY – BANKY W
BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE)
THIS IS A NON_VOTING CATEGORY
JOWO – ARAMIDE
IN THE AIR – WAJE
GONE FOR GOOD – SIMI
SARO – NINIOLA
WHERE’S THE LOVE – NIYOLA FT. ADEKUNLE GOLD
BUTTERFLIES – OMAWUMI
NEXT RATED
MAYORKUN
MALEEK BERRY
ZORO
DICE AILES
JOHNNY DRILLE
HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION
EAZI
NINIOLA
ADEKUNLE GOLD
REEKADO BANKS
LYRICIST ON THE ROLL
LIQUOR NIGHT – BOOGEY
YOU RAPPERS SHOULD FIX UP YOUR LIVES – MI
POLITICAL SCIENCE – AQ
INDUSTRY NITE – ERIGGA
BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE
PENALTY – SMALL DOCTOR
LEGBEGBE – MR REAL FT. IDOWEST, KELVIN CHUKS, OBADICE
WO – OLAMIDE
SAI BABA – CDQ
SHEPETERI – IDOWEST FT. DAMMY KRANE, SLIM CASE
PASS THE AGBARA – SKUKI
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By: Gistmate Team
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