Laho

Album: yet to be titled (2025)
Charted: 57
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Songfacts®:

  • "Laho" is a linguistic cocktail where English does a lively two-step with Nigerian Pidgin and local idioms, all delivered in Shallipopi's sly, streetwise Benin-brewed vernacular. Throughout the song, the Nigerian singer-songwriter reps his Plutomania label and unapologetic lifestyle.
  • The word "Laho" in the context of the song means "please." The chorus repeats the plea "laho," highlighting Shallpopi's central request for divine assistance and financial success. These themes of hustle, hope, and the desire for a serious uptick in his bank account are common motifs in contemporary Afrobeats and street-pop music.
  • The production is courtesy of Progrex, also known as Fayaman, who crafted a mid-tempo Afro-fusion beat. Progrex also produced Shallipopi's collaboration with Olamide, "Order."
  • The music video was directed by Perliks Definition, whose visuals play out the song's luxurious and streetwise themes. Shallipopi's brothers, Zerry DL and Famous Pluto, both appear in the clip.
  • Shallipopi recruited his fellow Nigerian, Burna Boy, for the remix titled "Laho II." Burna Boy drops bars in his commanding verse about respect, boundaries, and big-boy finances.
  • The sports world embraced "Laho," integrating it into celebrations and routines across various competitions.

    Manchester City FC captain Rúben Dias publicly endorsed "Laho," sharing it on social media to celebrate his team's advancement to the FA Cup final. Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott also referenced lyrics from the song in his Instagram post while celebrating a Premier League title.

    Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam incorporated the "Laho" dance - characterized by pointed fingers and shuffling feet - into his team's three-point celebrations.

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