In a Nigeria grappling with soaring inflation and power outages, Afro-Adura—also known as trenches music—is giving voice to a generation living on the edge. Rooted in gospel, trap, and fuji, and steeped in Yoruba faith and proverbs, this genre channels hardship into soulful resilience. Artists like M3lon, Seyi Vibez, Bhadboi OML, and Diamond Jimma draw on personal struggles to craft songs that speak to the reality of surviving economic collapse. Whether in blackout-stricken homes or bustling fuel stations, this music offers both catharsis and community. For many, Afro-Adura isn’t just sound—it is survival, prayer, and protest rolled into rhythm.
The Guardian
As Nigeria grapples with the challenges of soaring inflation and frequent power outages, a new genre of music has emerged as a powerful voice for a generation facing economic uncertainty. Known as Afro-Adura, or trenches music, this genre combines elements of gospel, trap, and fuji music, while drawing inspiration from Yoruba faith and proverbs.
Leading artists in the Afro-Adura scene, such as M3lon, Seyi Vibez, Bhadboi OML, and Diamond Jimma, use their personal struggles as fuel to create music that resonates with the harsh realities of surviving in a country experiencing financial crisis. Their songs not only provide a form of catharsis for listeners but also foster a sense of community amidst adversity.
For many Nigerians, Afro-Adura represents more than just a genre of music—it is a means of survival, a form of prayer, and a platform for protest, all wrapped up in a compelling rhythm that speaks to the resilience of the human spirit.
Source: The Guardian
