When success knocks on your door and the cash starts flowing like the River Niger, expect the peanut gallery to pipe up. In his latest Igbo Highlife track, Ndi Nwelu Ogwu, Chief Michael Udegbi serves us a spicy dose of reality with a side of rhythm. This song isn’t just music; it’s a commentary on envy and the peculiar Nigerian tradition of attributing hard-earned success to “juju.”
Chief Udegbi, the Egwu Ekpili maestro from Eziagu, Enugu State, doesn’t mince words. He weaves his storytelling through melodic harmonies and clever lyrics, pointing fingers at the gossipers and backbiters who never believe success comes from sheer hustle. Oh no, to them, if you’re doing better than your mates, your wealth must have taken a detour through the “diabolical.”
But here’s the beauty of Ndi Nwelu Ogwu: it’s not just a response; it’s a victory dance. Udegbi celebrates the fruits of labor while giving the naysayers a rhythm to dance to as they wag their tongues. The song is a follow-up to his widely adored debut, Ibalu Mmonwu, and it’s proof that this man isn’t slowing down. If anything, he’s turning the volume up on his success story.
Beyond its Ekpili tunes, Ndi Nwelu Ogwu is a reminder to stay focused and let the critics have their fun—while you keep cashing checks. So, next time someone tries to downplay your success, just hum a line from this song and let the music speak for itself. Chief Michael Udegbi has written the anthem for the hustlers, the winners, and, of course, the misunderstood. Let the haters keep talking; after all, they need a soundtrack too!
- Song: Ndi Nwelu Ogwu
- Artist: Chief Michael Udegbi
- Released: December, 2024
- Duration: 33:42