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Ema Onigah

Data updated on 2025-07-26 17:06:52 UTC
Ema Onigah's musical journey is as inspiring as his music. Hailing from Cross River State, Nigeria, Ema found his musical calling as a young drummer in a local church choir in the bustling streets of Lagos. This early exposure to music ignited his love for African rhythms, shaping his unique approach to Afrobeats. The rich cultural tapestry of his upbringing is evident in his music, which seamlessly blends traditional African sounds with modern Afrobeats vibes. Ema's infectious melodies have earned him recognition as a trailblazer in the Afrobeats genre. His distinct sound, characterized by its rhythmic complexity and emotive delivery, captivates audiences worldwide.

In 2023, Ema Onigah released his debut EP titled "Dust Off," which has garnered over a million streams. The hit single "DEY SO" with Ozedikus peaked at number 14 on Spotify's Top 50 Nigeria, solidifying Ema's presence in the music scene. Additionally, Ema featured on Ejoya's Class of ‘23 on the hit song "Canabi" with TAR1Q and Brown Joel, further showcasing his versatility and collaborative spirit.

Not only is he an exceptional singer, but he's also a celebrated songwriter. His talent for crafting compelling lyrics and memorable melodies has made him a sought-after songwriter in the industry. Ema has penned hits for big names like Tekno & Reekado Banks demonstrating his versatility and creative prowess. His music blends tradition with innovation, making him a rising star in the Afrobeats scene.

Genres

: alte afro soul afrobeats afrobeat afro r&b afropiano

Total plays

4.5 million
Updated on 2025-07-26

Social media links

Monthly listeners

50,641

Followers

8,502

Top Cities

  1. Nigeria
    Lagos
    16,807 listeners
  2. Nigeria
    Port Harcourt
    8,570 listeners
  3. Nigeria
    Abuja
    9,841 listeners
  4. Nigeria
    Ibadan
    2,829 listeners
  5. Nigeria
    Benin City
    1,459 listeners

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Most popular tracks

Track Plays Duration Release date
Canabi
Canabi
1,529,857 3:21 2023-12-08
Ave Maria
Ave Maria
581,174 2:47 2024-08-02
DEY SO
DEY SO
511,749 2:57 2023-10-13
Go Harder
Go Harder
476,668 2:21 2024-06-07
VIBES & INSHA
VIBES & INSHA
248,562 2:34 2023-10-13
Sabali
Sabali
218,324 6:43 2024-09-13
Show Me
Show Me
198,408 3:00 2024-11-08
MY OWN
MY OWN
185,623 2:24 2023-10-13
PLAYFUL SOMEONE
PLAYFUL SOMEONE
147,082 2:32 2022-08-30
FOR BOYS
FOR BOYS
120,367 2:24 2023-10-13
SIDEMIRROR
SIDEMIRROR
109,562 2:50 2023-10-13
Alright (feat. Ema Onigah)
Alright (feat. Ema Onigah)
77,513 2:49 2023-01-27
Beyond Reasonable Doubt
Beyond Reasonable Doubt
61,487 2:30 2023-12-13
IF
IF
46,538 2:43 2022-12-07
Net Worth
Net Worth
20,638 3:15 2020-02-15
Kpa
Kpa
3,158 3:46 2024-05-31

New releases

Show Me
Show Me
2024-11-08
[gamma. Africa]
Ave Maria
Ave Maria
2024-08-02
[gamma. Africa]
DUST OFF
DUST OFF
2023-10-13
[Independent]
Playful Someone
Playful Someone
2022-08-30
[Independent]
Net Worth
Net Worth
2020-02-15
[Ushie Music /Managers-Guideline]