Uplifted


Uplifted is the second studio album by Nigerian singer Flavour N'abania. It was released on April 4, 2010, by Obaino Music and 2nite Entertainment. The album features guest appearances from Jah Dey, Oloye, Stormrex, Waga Gee, Asem, Stone, M-Jay, V.I.P and Elense. Uplifted was supported by the singles "Oyi ", "Adamma", "Nwa Baby" (Ashawo Remix), and "Odiro Easy".

Background

Flavour started recording the album after releasing his debut studio album, N'abania. He produced three songs on the album; "Oyi ", "Chinedum", and the techno-infused track "Kiumanjo". Uplifted explores the genres of highlife, hip-hop, reggae, dancehall, calypso and R&B. The album was recorded in Igbo, English and Nigerian pidgin. While recording Uplifted, Flavour believed it would break national and cultural barriers that often diminish the value of music in Africa. The album was well received in Nigeria, South Africa and Botswana.

Singles

The album's lead single "Oyi " was released on April 18, 2010. Its music video was directed by Bobby Hai. The dance track "Adamma" was released on May 20, 2010 as the album's second single. There were two music videos released for "Adamma". The second video was shot in South Africa by Godfather Productions and uploaded to YouTube on October 6, 2011. "Nwa Baby " was released on April 1, 2011, as the album's third single. The song was written by Flavour and is a remake of Cardinal Rex's 1960 hit "Sawale".

Critical reception

In a review for ModernGhana, Onyinye Muomah said the artists featured on the album were subpar, but positively acknowledged Flavour for "incorporating new genres to his original kind of music".

Personnel

  • Chinedu Okoli – primary artist
  • Jah Dey – featured artist
  • Oloye – featured artist
  • Stormrex – featured artist
  • Waga G – featured artist
  • Asem
  • Stone – featured artist
  • M-Jay – featured artist
  • V.I.P. – featured artist
  • Elense – featured artist