The renowned singer is making headlines for collaborating on a track with a contemporary musician.
Nigerian music icon Salawa Abeni has touched many hearts with her recent cover of Asake‘s hit single, ‘Fuji Vibe.‘
At 63, the legendary Waka music artiste amazed her fans by delivering her own version of Fuji Vibe, a track from Asake’s latest album, Lungu Boy.
In a recently shared video, Salawa Abeni gave a spirited and soulful performance, blending her mastery of Fuji music with modern elements. Posting the cover on her Instagram, she expressed her continued ability to get her fans moving. She wrote:
“The Queen can still make you dance. “Iya baba yin lon ke si yin, legendary lon ke si yin o.. Ibi taye ba yi si ni wun o bawon yi si” 💃 Ololade mi Asake, @asakemusic , O Kare oko mi. This is beautiful and inspiring 👏👏
Okay, my people, how did The Queen do on this track?”
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Fans have lauded her for reconnecting with her Fuji roots and flawlessly interpreting Asake’s fresh approach to the genre. Salawa Abeni, who paved the way for female musicians in the 1970s and 1980s, remains highly respected for her contributions to Nigerian music. Her take on Asake’s song, a standout from his third album Lungu Boy, showcases the lasting impact of traditional Yoruba music on Nigeria’s modern sound.
