Nigerian music artist Raoul Nkeng-Njeng, better known as Skales, is experiencing a major resurgence with his 2015 hit song “Shake Body,” which has once again gone viral a decade after its initial release. The song has gained significant traction, thanks in part to fresh DJ remixes, including a popular version by Dutch DJ Onderkoffer. Skales shared this remix on various music platforms, and within just 10 hours, it amassed nearly 200,000 streams without any playlist promotion, signaling a powerful new wave of interest.
The viral trend surrounding “Shake Body” has been further fueled by 17-year-old football sensation Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona, whose dance to the song on TikTok has introduced it to a younger audience. Yamal’s viral TikTok video has played a key role in bringing the track back into the spotlight, helping a new generation discover the catchy tune.
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Skales is not alone in experiencing this kind of resurgence. Other Nigerian songs, like Mike Ejeagha’s “Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo” and CKay’s “Love Nwantiti,” have also seen a revival on TikTok, years after their original release. Skales expressed his surprise and gratitude on social media, sharing his excitement about the song’s unexpected comeback. He wrote, “This is crazy! With the momentum of Shake Body trending again, I decided to officially release this DJ remix I heard in Europe last year, and in 10 hours, it’s already almost 200k streams with no playlist support, that’s crazy … thank you, Jesus!!! God indeed works in mysterious ways.”
Fans have also shared their excitement on social media, with many expressing joy and support for Skales’ success. One TikTok user, Onizwise, commented, “This is when God remembers Skales, He will remember me and you.” Others, like Meneer Makrizza, were surprised that Yamal even knew the song, asking, “How did this Yamal boy even remember this song?” Fans are also reflecting on Skales’ talent and the challenges he has faced, with some questioning why he was once overlooked by the industry.
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In response to the excitement, another fan, Kay, calculated the potential earnings Skales could have made from the song’s recent popularity. “The song now has 40 million streams on Spotify, and with 1 million streams equaling approximately $4,000, that’s roughly $160,000 in revenue,” Kay stated.
Skales’ unexpected resurgence highlights the power of social media platforms like TikTok and the lasting impact of timeless music. It’s a reminder that songs can find new life and reach new audiences, even years after their original release.
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