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Bella Shmurda & Fola Unite on Explosive New Anthem ‘Dangbana Riddim’
Nigerian music fans are buzzing with excitement following the April 10, 2025, release of “Dangbana Riddim,” a high-energy collaboration between Afrobeats star Bella Shmurda and rising talent Fola.
The track, dropped under Bella’s Dangbana Republik label, blends pulsating Amapiano rhythms with street-hop swagger, cementing Bella’s knack for crafting anthems that resonate from Lagos clubs to global playlists. Produced by Sbee, the song’s infectious bassline and chant-heavy hook—“Dangbana, we no dey tire!”—have already sparked viral dance challenges across socials.
Bella Shmurda, born Abiola Ahmed Akinbiyi, brings his signature raw emotion to the track, reflecting on hustle and resilience, themes that have defined hits like “Cash App” and “Vision 2020.” Fola, a Lagos-born newcomer mentored by Bella, adds a gritty edge, his verses weaving tales of street dreams and defiance.
Their chemistry, honed during late-night studio sessions in Lekki, shines through, with Bella praising Fola’s hunger: “He’s got that fire, that real energy. This is just the start for him.” The single’s title nods to Bella’s “Dangbana” ethos—meaning “no limits” in Yoruba—celebrating unapologetic ambition against all odds.
