Four: Christmas Is Here by Teni
“Christmas Is Here” is a Nigerian Christmas party song released on December 22, 2023, by Teni, capturing the excitement and celebratory mood that signals the arrival of the festive season in Nigeria. The song is driven by an energetic Afrobeats rhythm, layered percussion and expressive vocal delivery that immediately sets a party-ready tone, making it suitable for clubs, house parties and outdoor vibes. It has garnered over 19K views on YouTube. the record focuses on enjoyment, celebration and collective happiness—friends coming together, music playing loudly and the general feeling that Christmas has officially begun. Its lively tempo and accessible sound have made it a standout choice during the festive period, earning it frequent placement in DJ sets and Christmas party playlists as a modern Nigerian holiday anthem.
Biography
Teni
Teniola Apata was born on December 23, 1992, in Lagos State, Nigeria, and grew up in a close-knit family setting. She is one of three siblings and is known publicly for her expressive personality and individuality.
Three: Jingle Bell Bell by Tunde Ednut (feat. M.I Abaga, Falz & Orezi)
“Jingle Bell Bell” is a Nigerian Christmas party song released on December18 2020, by Tunde Ednut as a festive collaboration designed to capture the lively, carefree energy of Christmas celebrations in Nigeria. Built on an upbeat Afropop instrumental, the song features energetic verses from M.I Abaga, Falz and Orezi, whose contrasting styles—rap, melody and playful delivery—create a dynamic listening experience that sustains momentum throughout the track. It has garnered over 283K views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube. The track focuses on enjoyment, celebration and social excitement, reflecting the party culture that defines the Nigerian Christmas season, with no emphasis on religious themes. Its fast tempo, catchy hook and ensemble format helped it gain popularity during December festivities, making it a familiar choice for house parties, street speakers and DJ sets looking for a Christmas song that feels youthful, energetic and unmistakably festive.
Biography
Tunde Ednut
Tunde Ednut was born on January 20, 1982, in Katsina State, Nigeria, and was raised in Lagos State. He later relocated to the United States, where he lives and maintains a public life as an entertainer and media personality.
Two: Christmas Sometin by Simi (ft. Baby Deja)
“Christmas Sometin’” is a Nigerian secular Christmas song by Simi that captures the warmth, excitement and emotional closeness associated with the festive season, blending contemporary Afropop production with a light, dance-friendly rhythm that fits naturally into Christmas house parties and family gatherings. Built on mid-tempo percussion, soft guitar elements and gentle melodic progressions, the song maintains an upbeat but relaxed groove, allowing it to function as both background music during celebrations and a track people can move to as the night unfolds. It has garnered over 477K views on it’s Official Visualizer on Youtube. Lyrically, Simi focuses on themes of togetherness, joy, love and shared moments during Christmas, intentionally centering the experience of celebration rather than religious worship, which places the song firmly within the secular festive space. The inclusion of her daughter, Baby Deja, adds a personal and generational dimension to the record, subtly emphasizing the importance of family, continuity and shared happiness during the holiday season. Overall, “Christmas Sometin’” stands out as a modern Nigerian Christmas party song that balances intimacy with groove, making it suitable for relaxed festive environments where celebration, music and connection are at the center.
Biography
Simi
Simisola Bolatito Kosoko was born on April 19, 1988, in Lagos State, Nigeria, and was raised in a Christian household where music was a constant part of her upbringing. She is married to fellow musician Adekunle Gold and is a mother, a part of her life that often informs her public image and personal expression.
One: Everybody Loves Christmas by Funke Akindele (feat. Falz, D’banj & Waje)
“Everybody Loves Christmas” was released in December 2024, serving as part of the festive rollout connected to Everybody Loves Jenifa and its holiday-themed celebrations. The song brings together Funke Akindele, Falz, D’banj and Waje, blending contemporary Afrobeats production with pop and rap elements to create a joyful, dance-friendly record suited for Christmas parties and social gatherings. Garnering over 2.9M views on it’s Official Music Video on YouTube, the song highlights the excitement of the season through themes of togetherness, laughter, reunion and celebration, presenting Christmas as a shared cultural experience rather than a religious one. Its ensemble structure, upbeat rhythm and strong association with a widely recognized Nigerian film franchise helped it gain visibility during the festive period, positioning it as a popular addition to December playlists and party soundtracks across Nigeria.
Biography
Funke Akindele
Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele was born on August 24, 1977, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. She is a mother and has built a public life that balances family responsibilities with creative and business pursuits.