Focalistic, a South African rapper and record producer, has taken the Nigerian music scene by storm. With over 50 million streams from Nigeria alone, he credits his success to his collaboration with Afrobeats superstar, Davido.
His first trip to Nigeria was unimpressive according to the artist, where he had performed to a crowd who wasn’t dancing but simply watching him with flashlights. It made him realize that he had to do something different. Then his fortunes changed when he met Davido four years ago. Their first collaboration was a remix of the track “Ke Star,” which became an instant hit in Nigeria. The song gained popularity on social media platforms like TikTok and made Focalistic a famous name in Nigeria.
Both artists again teamed up for another smash hit, “Champion Sound,” which became No.1 on the music charts. Focalistic was pleasantly surprised when this happened because he was performing in Nigeria at that moment. He felt that the universe made it spiritually possible for him to be in Nigeria while ranking first on the music charts.
Nigeria is the hot spot for African music artists. The country has produced some of the finest musicians in the world, and it is a dream come true for any artist to get their big break in the Nigerian music scene. Focalistic’s achievement of over 50 million streams from Nigeria alone speaks volumes about how successful he has been in the country.
“From meeting Davido four years ago and now having over 50 million streams from Nigeria alone, it feels like that’s my second home. When Champion Sound went number one, I was in Nigeria, performing, and it just spiritually happened – the universe. It’s been a crazy journey,” Focalistic’s stated in South Africa for Spotify’s Amapiano Tour
He describes his experience in Nigeria as “my second home,” and he couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. He always felt like Nigeria was his second home, and with this level of success, that feeling has only grown stronger. He admires Nigeria’s vibrant music scene, the creativity of the artists, and the enthusiasm of the audience. It’s a place where he can experiment with his music without fear of judgment.
In conclusion, Focalistic’s journey in Nigeria is proof that hard work and persistence pay off. His collaborations with Davido have brought him incredible success in a country that loves music. From struggling for attention during his first performance in Nigeria to becoming one of the most sought-after musicians in the country.
