Laho (song)

In January 2025, Shallipopi previewed the song on his official Twitter account, sharing a studio session snippet that garnered significant attention.{{Cite web |last=Peace |first=Umanah |date=26 January 2025 |title=Shallipopi Teases New Single|url=https://tooxclusive.com/news/shallipopi-teases-new-single/|website=TooXclusive}} Following considerable anticipation, the song's initial release occurred on February 21, 2025. However, it was subsequently removed due to a dispute with his record label.{{Cite web |last=NotJustOk|date=22 February 2025 |title= Shallipopi's "Laho" has now been taken down from Spotify|url=https://www.instagram.com/notjustok/p/DGYTsmCsB4Z/|website=NotJustOk}} The controversy surrounding the song's release led to a publicized disagreement between Shallipopi and his former label executive. After resolving the issue, Shallipopi re-released the single "Laho" on March 13, 2025, under Plutomania Records and Since '93, in accordance with the agreed-upon distribution arrangement.{{Cite web |last=Adeayo|title=Shallipopi's new single 'Laho' is back on Spotify after being taking down|url=https://www.pulse.ng/articles/entertainment/music/shallipopis-new-single-laho-is-back-on-spotify-after-being-taking-down-2025022112275788860|website=Pulse Nigeria}}

The song incorporates Afrobeats rhythms, produced by Progrex.{{Cite web |author=Peace Umanah|title=Shallipopi – Laho|url=https://tooxclusive.com/songs/shallipopi-laho/|website=TooXclusive|date=21 February 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}} The instrumental features slow, thumping drums with prominent basslines, accompanied by ascending chord progressions characteristic of Afrobeats.{{Cite web |author=Kevin Jasper|title=Shallipopi unleash new single "Laho", redefining Afrobeats vibes|url=https://naijavibes.com/musics/shallipopi-laho/199532/

|website=NaijaVibes|date=21 February 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}} The blend of traditional and modern elements creates a distinctive sound. Lyrically, Shallipopi celebrates his wealth, fame, and hometown, adopting the persona of the "Minister of Enjoyment" to emphasize his luxurious lifestyle.{{Cite web |author=Peace|title=Shallipopi's Laho Hits 30 Million on Spotify, 2nd Most Streamed Nigerian Track of 2025|url=https://tooxclusive.com/news/shallipopi-laho-30-million-spotify-2nd/|website=TooXclusive|date=23 April 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}}{{Cite web |author=Peace|title=15 Afrobeats Tracks You Need|url=https://tooxclusive.com/editorial/15-afrobeats-tracks-you-playlist-this-week/|website=TooXclusive|date=24 March 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}}

Nosakhare Akhimien of Premium Times commended Shallipopi for incorporating elements of Benin culture into his Afrobeats sound. Akhimien noted that Shallipopi effectively blends themes of wealth and status, reflecting his ambition and street life experiences.{{Cite web |last=Akhimien |first=Nosakhale |date=8 March 2025 |title=MUSIC REVIEW: Shallipopi's 'Laho' is hustler's anthem drenched in street reality |url=https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/music/779300-music-review-shallipopis-laho-is-hustlers-anthem-drenched-in-street-reality.html |website=Premium Times}}

The music video for the song was released on March 14, 2025, and was directed by Perliks Definition.{{Cite web|author=Peter Okhide|title=Shallipopi unveils lavish music video for 'Laho'|url=https://notjustok.com/songs/videos/shallipopi-laho-video/|website=NotJustOk|date=7 March 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}} The video features an appearance by Shallipopi's younger brother, Zerrydl.{{Cite web|author=Funmilayo Kanmodi|title=Did Shallipopi win the hearts of fans with 'Laho' video?|url=https://notjustok.com/news/shallipopih-laho-video-reactions/|website=NotJustOk|date=7 March 2025 |access-date=April 29, 2025}}

{{Infobox song

| name = Laho II

| type = remix

| cover =

| alt =

| caption =

| artist = Shallipopi and Burna Boy

| album =

| released = April 25, 2025

| recorded = 2025

| genre =

• Afrobeats
• Afrobeat
• dancehall

| length = 2:37

| label =

• Since '93
• Plutomania

| writer =

• Crown Uzama
• Damini Ogulu
• Dwills Harmony

| producer =

• Progrex

| chronology = Burna Boy

| prev_title = 4 Kampé II

| prev_year = 2025

| next_title =

| next_year =

| misc = {{External music video|type=song|1={{YouTube|uNW7zPzZNtE|"Laho II"}}}}

}}

On April 25, 2025, a remix of the song, featuring Nigerian singer and songwriter Burna Boy, titled "Laho II", was released.{{Cite magazine|date=April 26, 2025|title=Shallipopi Taps Afrobeat Giant Burna Boy for Electrifying 'Laho II' Remix|url=https://www.newwavemagazine.com/single-post/shallipopi-taps-afrobeat-giant-burna-boy-for-electrifying-laho-ii-remix|magazine=New Wave Magazine|access-date=April 29, 2025}}

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