When talking about defining Nigerian hip-hop albums from the mid-2010s, look no further than Reminisce’s Baba Hafusa. This was released in 2015. This project was an absolute game-changer. It’s mature, it’s real, and it’s arguably Alaga Ibile’s best work.
Named in honour of his father, the project is a reflection on life, success, street credibility, and family responsibility. It features production from notable talents like Sarz, Jospo, and Tyce, and includes high-profile collaborations with artists such as Olamide, Phyno, and Vector.
Reminisce shows he can rap with the best of them on tracks like Skilashi, while still delivering those catchy club anthems like Tesojue. And who could forget Local Rappers? That track literally started a whole debate in the industry about English vs. indigenous rap.
Baba Hafusa wasn’t just a collection of songs but a cultural moment. Reminisce managed to perfectly bottle the energy of the streets and deliver it to a global audience.
