Juju music emphasizes the guitar and talking drum, making them the most prominent instruments used in the genre. However, it de-emphasizes the brass section that is a staple of Highlife music which is a precursor to Juju music..
A dance music that combines Yoruba percussions with Funk and Reggae, performed mostly in the Yoruba dialect. It is distinguished by the singing of religious and cultural lyrics and the usage of percussion instruments, such as the talking drum. The genre has developed through time to include jazz and Western pop influences. Nigeria and the rest of the African diaspora both appreciate juju music, which is one of the most well-known genres of African music.
Influenced By: Highlife
Juju music is mostly performed in the Yoruba language spoken by the people of Southwestern Nigeria. The singing is often done at a relaxed pace to match the main rhythm of Juju music. The Call and response style that is common with other similar genres is a major feature with Juju music.
Some common themes you would find in Juju music include: Enjoyment Faaji (Partying) Yoruba folklore
Juju music has always been the go-to music for the Yoruba elite whenever there was a need for any celebration. It is the default Faaji music for Yorubas of a certain age.
The timbre of Juju music is usually polyphonic, rounded, and smooth.
We do not have an accurate arrangement or bar structure for this genre yet. We shall update this property as soon as we have the right data.