Since the conclusion of the 10th edition of The Headies, which held in Lagos on January 1, the discussion has centred on the drama surrounding the win by Mavin act, Reekado Banks of the Next Rated award category….
However, away from Olamide’s conduct, Don Jazzy‘s response, and all the technical issues observed on the night, here are 10 top highlights of the 2015 edition of what is regarded as Nigeria’s most prestigious music awards….
Majek Fashek’s surprise performance…
The legendary reggae music act delivered an impressive performance when he performed his iconic hit, ‘Send Down the Rain’ alongside Timi Dakolo and Kunle Ayo. Despite going off key at some point, Majek Fashek gave a wonderful performance which got the audience excited. He also showed off some contemporary dance moves which got celebs and other guests thrown into a frenzied mood….
Simi and Falz were a perfect couple on stage
Is it just us or have you also discovered this duo have a unique chemistry (apologies Adekunle Gold) on stage? Their performance at the Headies was terrific. Simi and Falz performed Jamb Question which got everyone applauding and as if that wasn’t enough, they crowned it with a rendition of ‘Soldier’ off Falz’s new album. They also wowed the crowd when they showed off some salsa moves. Now we simply can’t await the release of the video for ‘Soldier’….
Bovi steps out in Denrele Edun’s costume
Event host, Bovi didn’t do badly on the night with several high points and jokes which got the crowd laughing their minds out. One of his biggest moment of the night was however when he turned up on stage in a Denrele Edun inspired costume which was well pulled off. The comedian was dressed in one of Denrele’s fierce costumes with a gigantic hair and high heels which was quite an amusing moment with even Denrele had to give him props for pulling it off….
Kaffy’s opening dance
Little wonder she is called a dance queen. Kaffy was absolutely amazing on the night as she co-hosted the Headies alongside Bovi. Her highpoint was however when she opened the show with a absolutely wonderful dance performance. She performed to Asa’s ‘Dead Again’ and Tiwa Savage’s ‘African Waist’ then turned the place upside down when she delivered an eccentric dance routine to hard beats from the band….
Bovi mimicking D’banj’s towel appearance
Another major highlight of the Headies was Bovi’s remake of D’banj’s 2005 towel performance. The comedian stepped out in a similar towel to D’banj’s and was introduced by Kaffy as B’banj. Posing as a rapper who believed he’s widely hated, he made the whole auditorium laugh with his various actions and attempts at rapping….
Eva’s marriage proposal
Another great moment of the Headies 2015 was the surprise proposal to rapper, Eva Alordiah by her boo, Ceasar who came on stage as she performed alongside Victoria Kimani. The young man went on one kneel throwing the hall into a frenzied mood….
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Harrysong‘s Gala endorsement announcement
Okay, calm down, the Five Star Music act didnt just come on stage to announce that he is now an ambassador for sausage company, Gala. He actually disclosed this during an impressive freestyle performance which saw him thrill the audience with his life story, successes and how his song, ‘Reggae Blues’ has changed everything for him. He ended his performance with a nice delivery of the hit song which originally features Olamide, Kcee, Iyanya and Orezi….
2face‘s emotional performance
Moments after receiving the Lifetime Achievement award, Hypertek boss, 2face Idibia also delivered an impressive performance which left many asking for more….
Yemi Alade‘s speech
Yemi Alade got everyone applauding her when she opened up about what she has gone through in the past in the process of making her way to the top. She revealed that on several occasions, she called Headies boss, Ayo Animashaun for a chance to perform at the awards but kept being turned down. She also disclosed that she felt dejected after losing the Next Rated category a year ago. All that is history now and Yemi Alade is a proud winner at the Headies…
Vector‘s powerful performance
Vector won big on the night walking away with wins in two categories but his performance at the event overshadowed his emotional acceptance speeches. The rapper brought down the building as he performed his monster hit, ‘King Kong’ which left many asking for more….
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