The much awaited grand finale of Boomplay’s first edition of rap cypher
#PassTheMic challenge was a whirlwind of emotions as the event brought
together a mix of musical talents, industry veterans and media to
celebrate and promote rap music, art, and culture on Thursday, 4th
August 2022.
The competition which commenced in May was open to all emerging
lyricists and talents in Nigeria, witnessed a number of participants
battling for a grand prize and the rare opportunity to feature in an
audio and video rap cypher recording with Nigeria’s legendary Emcee- M.I
Abaga.
Following several intense battle rounds and an eclectic display
of artistry and penmanship, the competition saw the Top 5 winners emerge
out of the massive entries received. Talented lyricist, Foster Nnamdi Chima, emerged as the winner for season one, 1st runner up; Mayowa Ibidapo Amund, 2nd runner up; David Awoudu. Segun Awodu and Barnabas Micheal came in 4th and 5th positions respectively.
Speaking at the grand finale, Marketing Manager, Boomplay Nigeria, Oluwatosin James Afuwape stated: “Reviving
the culture of rap in Nigeria is a recurring conversation in the music
industry and we are incredibly proud of this platform and what it stands
to achieve in the eco-system. Without a shred of doubt, we believe in
the prospects of this youngsters and we at Boomplay will continue to
empower and unlock the potential of Africa’s music ecosystem, as
demonstrated with this platform.”
Undoubtedly, the rap genre in Nigeria has grown to become one of
the country’s viable forms of artistry with influence and acceptance.
This has also empowered some of Nigeria’s most prominent entertainment
exports, hence the birth of a platform as this to showcase aspiring and
emerging music talents in the country and beyond.
The #PassTheMic rap challenge by Boomplay which was hosted in
partnership TASCK initiative is a unique platform created to promote the
rap genre and showcase the next generation of music talents in Nigeria
and beyond.