Skelewu
"Skelewu" is a song by Nigerian singer Davido. It was produced by Shizzi, HKN Music's in-house producer. It peaked at number 1 on Afribiz's Top 100 chart. The song was ranked 5th on Premium Times list of the Top 10 songs of 2013. It gained popularity in Nigeria after Davido announced the Skelewu dance competition. The song was endorsed by African footballers Emmanuel Adebayor and Samuel Eto'o.
| "Skelewu" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Davido | |
| Released | 13 August 2013 |
| Recorded | 2013 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 3:07 |
| Label | HKN |
| Songwriter(s) | David Adeleke |
| Producer(s) | Shizzi |
| Alternative cover | |
UK version cover | |
"Skelewu" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards. It was also nominated for Song of the Year and Best Dance in a Video at the 2014 African Muzik Magazine Awards. The music video for "Skelewu" was nominated for Best Music Video of the Year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, and for Most Gifted Dance at the 2014 Channel O Music Video Awards.