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Genre: juju

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Parent Genre: World/Traditional

Juju music is a popular genre of music in Nigeria that originated in the 1920s. It is a fusion of traditional Yoruba music with Western instruments such as the guitar, drums, and keyboard. The music is characterized by its upbeat tempo, complex rhythms, and call-and-response vocals. Juju music has been popularized by several prominent musicians who have become household names in Nigeria and beyond. The genre has evolved over the years, incorporating elements of other genres such as Afrobeat and highlife. Juju music is known for its ability to get people dancing and is often played at social gatherings and celebrations.


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List of juju artists

Here is a list of juju artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the juju genre. You can find out what juju genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.

juju playlist created by Chosic

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