Godwin (song) explained

Godwin
Cover:Korede Bello - Godwin cover.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Korede Bello
Album:Beloved
Released:28 January 2015[1]
Recorded:2015
Genre:Afropop
Label:Mavin Records
Producer:Don Jazzy
Chronology:Korede Bello
Prev Title:Jingle Bell
Prev Year:2014

"Godwin" is a song by Nigerian songwriter and singer Korede Bello. It was released on 28 January 2015, by Mavin Records. The song features backup vocals from Don Jazzy.[2]

Critical reception

Audio

"Godwin" was met with positive reviews from music critics. A writer for Jaguda.com rated it 3.5 out of 5 adding: "On first listen, one can’t help but enjoy the totally positive and hopeful message about it.....Overall it’s a good song, and most importantly, a song that’s very simple but still very powerful with its message."[3] Chibuzor of 360Nobs commented on the song, saying, "This one is a feel good material by many standards, a song cutting across the various demographics and a potential hit given the needed plugging. The entire sounds and lyrical composition fuse in seamless beauty that oozes impeccability and style. God Win is full of cheeriness and drive; a cool number, indigenous, original, repeat-worthy and all."[4]

Music video

The music video of "Godwin" was shot and directed by Adasa Cookey. Filmed in Lagos, Nigeria, it was uploaded to YouTube on 3 June 2015.[5] The video amassed over one million views five weeks after its release. Moreover, it featured cameo appearances from Bovi, AY, Elenu, Yaw, Dr SID and Labi.[6] [7]

Live performance and criticism

On 5 April 2015, Korede Bello was invited to perform the song at a church. His invitation to perform the song at the church didn't sit well down some people, who felt he was a secular artist and shouldn't have performed on a sacred altar. He voiced his opinion on Instagram, saying,

Remix and covers

Clay, a female indie rock artiste from Nigeria did a cover version of "Godwin" in a rock style .[8]

Awards and nominations

YearAward ceremonyPrizeResult
20152015 Nigeria Entertainment AwardsHottest Single of the Year
The Headies 2015Best Pop Single
Song of the Year
2016MTV Africa Music AwardsSong of the Year[9]

Personnel

Song credits
Video credits

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Korede Bello – Godwin [Prod by. Don Jazzy] ]. tooXclusive . 28 January 2015. 20 July 2015.
  2. Web site: Korede Bello – Godwin (Prod. Don Jazzy) . notJustOk . 28 January 2015. 20 July 2015.
  3. Web site: Review: Korede Bello – Godwin . Jaguda.com . 4 February 2015 . 20 July 2015.
  4. Web site: MUSIC REVIEW: Korede Bello [GODWIN] ]. 360Nobs . Jordan Abiola . 2 February 2015 . 20 July 2015.
  5. Web site: VIDEO PREMIERE: Korede Bello – Godwin . notJustOk . 3 June 2015 . 20 July 2015.
  6. Web site: 5 Nigerian comedians star in Korede Bello's 'Godwin' video . The NetNG . Dayo Showemimo . 5 June 2015 . 20 July 2015.
  7. Web site: Korede Bello's 'Godwin' video crosses 1m views in 5 weeks . The NetNG . Dayo Showemimo . 13 July 2015 . 20 July 2015.
  8. Web site: Clay – "Godwin" (Rock Cover) (Prod. by Coldflames) . tooXclusive . 15 July 2015 . 21 July 2015 . JimmyKing.
  9. Web site: Base. MTV. News : final stage of nominations for mamas. MTV Base. 25 May 2017. 3 October 2016.

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