Many had admired their talents, others have envied them. It was all
for daring to be what their peers were dreaming to be. Unfortunately,
they were suddenly snatched away by death, leaving behind deep pains,
and anguish. Ironically, these famous musicians through their works, are
even becoming more celebrated today than when they were alive. WG
imagines what they would have done more, if they had lived…
Christy Essien Igbokwe (November 11,1960-June 30,2011) Nigeria’s Lady of Song
Although she had retired from singing long before she bowed out of the stage two years ago, Nigeria’s Lady of Songs, Christy Essien Igbokwe remains evergreen. She still would have been relevant as far as the nation’s music industry is concerned. While she lived, she put the country’s name on the world music map with her evergreen “Seun Rere.”
As the first female president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Christy wouldn’t have folded her arms, and watched helplessly, as the musicians’ house becomes a shadow of its old self. Also, she would have been making her meaningful contribution towards the growth of the industry. At least, like Onyeka Onwenu, she’d have released new album such that will draw heavily on the culture and tradition of her Ibibio nation.
Most of her evergreen albums such as ‘Patience’, ‘Time Waits for No One’(both 1978), ‘One Understanding’ (1979), ‘Give Me A Chance’ (1980), and ‘Ever Liked My Person’ (1981) remains her best LP till date.
Prince Twins Seven Seven (May 3,1944 – June 16,2011)
Africa’s Picasso
Although, Prince Twins Seven Seven was more known in the visual art circle, than he was celebrated in the music industry. His presence would have made the difference in both professions if he had not transited into ancestry. A painter and sculptor of international repute, Prince Twins Seven Seven’s decision to go into music vividly redefined his person as an all-round entertainer.
Chief Dr. Oliver De Coque Nigeria’s King of Guitar
Nigeria’s guitarist King,Chief Oliver de Coque, born Oliver Sunday Akanite was one of Africa’s most prolific recording artists before he bowed out of the stage few years ago. Like Osita Osadebe, Coque was a source of inspiration and influence to the young highlife musicians in the country.
If he had survived the auto-crash, which eventually claimed his life, on the 22nd of April, 2010, Da Grin would have become one of the mega stars we have around today. He connected with his fans on such a real level. His demise, which marked the end of his career, left a vacuum that is yet to be filled by anyone.
MC Loph Osondi Owendi exponent…
Rapper, Nwaozo Obiajulu a.k.a MC Loph who came into the limelight with the release of a remix of the Osita Osadebe’s hit song, “Osondi Owendi” few years ago died in his prime.
He had a tragic car accident which claimed his life, alongside his only sister, Chinwe on 14th of September, 2011, while on his way to Enugu for his traditional wedding. If he were still around, MC Loph would be recording and doing concert tours like his contemporaries, Flavour, Mr. Raw, Bracket and others. The rapper for anything would have become a blessing to his aged mother, wife and his fatherless son.
Perhaps, prior to his demise, the hardworking musician completed recording of a duet with Faze in a song titled “ I know what the girls want. By now, the album would have been making waves in the market.
Christy Essien Igbokwe (November 11,1960-June 30,2011) Nigeria’s Lady of Song
Although she had retired from singing long before she bowed out of the stage two years ago, Nigeria’s Lady of Songs, Christy Essien Igbokwe remains evergreen. She still would have been relevant as far as the nation’s music industry is concerned. While she lived, she put the country’s name on the world music map with her evergreen “Seun Rere.”
As the first female president of the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Christy wouldn’t have folded her arms, and watched helplessly, as the musicians’ house becomes a shadow of its old self. Also, she would have been making her meaningful contribution towards the growth of the industry. At least, like Onyeka Onwenu, she’d have released new album such that will draw heavily on the culture and tradition of her Ibibio nation.
Most of her evergreen albums such as ‘Patience’, ‘Time Waits for No One’(both 1978), ‘One Understanding’ (1979), ‘Give Me A Chance’ (1980), and ‘Ever Liked My Person’ (1981) remains her best LP till date.
Late Christy Essien
Africa’s Picasso
Although, Prince Twins Seven Seven was more known in the visual art circle, than he was celebrated in the music industry. His presence would have made the difference in both professions if he had not transited into ancestry. A painter and sculptor of international repute, Prince Twins Seven Seven’s decision to go into music vividly redefined his person as an all-round entertainer.
Chief Dr. Oliver De Coque Nigeria’s King of Guitar
Nigeria’s guitarist King,Chief Oliver de Coque, born Oliver Sunday Akanite was one of Africa’s most prolific recording artists before he bowed out of the stage few years ago. Like Osita Osadebe, Coque was a source of inspiration and influence to the young highlife musicians in the country.
If he had survived the auto-crash, which eventually claimed his life, on the 22nd of April, 2010, Da Grin would have become one of the mega stars we have around today. He connected with his fans on such a real level. His demise, which marked the end of his career, left a vacuum that is yet to be filled by anyone.
MC Loph Osondi Owendi exponent…
Rapper, Nwaozo Obiajulu a.k.a MC Loph who came into the limelight with the release of a remix of the Osita Osadebe’s hit song, “Osondi Owendi” few years ago died in his prime.
He had a tragic car accident which claimed his life, alongside his only sister, Chinwe on 14th of September, 2011, while on his way to Enugu for his traditional wedding. If he were still around, MC Loph would be recording and doing concert tours like his contemporaries, Flavour, Mr. Raw, Bracket and others. The rapper for anything would have become a blessing to his aged mother, wife and his fatherless son.
Perhaps, prior to his demise, the hardworking musician completed recording of a duet with Faze in a song titled “ I know what the girls want. By now, the album would have been making waves in the market.
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