Multi-talented Nigerian artist Shakez Baba, born Akachi Igboko, returns to the music scene with his dynamic new single, “Ticket,” aiming to secure his position at the forefront of African hip-hop and Afrobeats.
Shakez Baba’s passion for music is evident from his early days of freestyling with friends to captivating school audiences, which paved the way for performances at Star Trek concerts, the release of his mixtape “CollegeBoy Fame,” and EP “Suit & Tie Hustler,” and his appearance on the MTV Base Cypher in 2020.
“Ticket” is an energetic hip-hop anthem with infectious melodies and optimistic lyrics, set to a Jersey club-inspired beat. Shakez Baba describes the song as capturing the exhilaration of winning a lottery, with the lyric “My ticket no gree cut” signifying guaranteed success with unwavering conviction.
His style combines hip-hop’s golden age flow with powerful, relatable lyrics infused with Nigerian slang, appealing to a global audience.
Shakez Baba’s musical versatility is shaped by his exposure to R&B, Pop, and Afrobeats icons like Lagbaja and hip-hop legends such as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Drake, M.I Abaga, Naeto C, and the late Aka.
“Ticket,” produced by Baba Ö and Beautiful Beats, is poised to become a fan favorite, perfect as both a workout anthem and a feel-good song.
Beyond his performance talents, Shakez Baba works as an A&R for one of Africa’s largest Afrobeats labels, contributing to the development of global superstars and the creation of chart-topping hits.
