Nigerian veteran folktale singer Gentle Mike Ejeagha has experienced a remarkable resurgence in popularity as his 41-year-old song, “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo,” debuted at number 150 on Spotify’s weekly chart.
This achievement marks the highest new entry the week, bringing renewed attention to the veteran artist’s work.
The song’s resurgence can be attributed to the viral dance challenge initiated by popular Nigerian comedian and content creator Chukwuebuka Emmanuel Amuzie, known as Brain Jotter. Brain Jotter’s use of “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” in his dance challenge has captured the hearts of many, propelling the song back into the limelight.
In a recent development, Brain Jotter and his team paid a visit to Mike Ejeagha to present him with a gift of N2 million in appreciation for the timeless song.
The veteran singer, now in his 90s, was overwhelmed with emotion and gratitude, shedding tears of joy during the heartfelt moment.
The news of the song’s resurgence has sparked joy and celebration among fans and social media users. Many have taken to various platforms to express their admiration for Mike Ejeagha’s enduring talent and the timeless nature of his music.
Netizens have praised Brain Jotter for reviving the classic song and introducing it to a new generation of music lovers.
Reactions on social media:
- @phabulousthreads_ said: “Wow, imagine sitting in your house and someone took marketing your product to the next level.”
