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WafricNews | June 2, 2025

Nigerian singer Skales is riding a wave of renewed success—and he’s using the moment to inspire a new generation of artists not to give up.

In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), the “Shake Body” hitmaker urged emerging talents to stay the course, reminding them that perseverance is often the bridge between struggle and stardom.

“Your music will take you places all over the globe. You just need to be consistent enough to see it happen. Most artists quit before the blessings show up. Keep going,” he wrote.

It’s more than just motivational talk. Skales is living proof.

A Viral Comeback, 10 Years in the Making

A decade after its original release, “Shake Body” is back—bigger than ever—thanks to a surprise TikTok resurgence led by none other than Lamine Yamal, the 18-year-old FC Barcelona star. The track has become a global trend, soundtracking dance challenges and propelling Skales to over 1 million monthly Spotify listeners for the first time in his career.

From Legacy Hit to New Heat

The viral momentum didn’t just revive an old hit; it’s sparked fresh creative energy. Skales quickly followed up with a tribute track titled “Dance Like Lamine Yamal,” honoring the Spanish football phenom who unknowingly reignited his career.

But the artist isn’t stopping there.

Skales has now announced his new album “Martina’s Son,” set to drop on August 6. The project, he teased on X, will include a special collaboration with Nigerian gospel legend Yinka Ayefele, blending contemporary Afro vibes with classic Tungba influence.

“MARTINA’S son the album … AUG 6th 🕺,” Skales captioned a studio clip of the two singing a reimagined gospel classic.

The Power of Patience in a Viral Era

In an industry where fame can appear overnight and vanish just as quickly, Skales’ journey is a reminder of the importance of staying ready. The digital age has created unexpected second chances for artists—especially when platforms like TikTok can catapult songs, old or new, into global hits.

And while algorithms may be unpredictable, consistency remains the most powerful currency for emerging creatives.

WafricNews will continue to spotlight artists rewriting their stories and riding the rhythms of resilience.


By WafricNews Desk.

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