Kukere
2011 single by Iyanya
"Kukere" (Efik: "Don't think/worry") is a song by Nigerian singer Iyanya, released by Made Men Music Group on 23 November 2011. It serves as the lead single from his second studio album, Desire (2013). Upon release, the song peaked at number one on Top FM's May Chart, Soundcity's Viewers Choice, Rhythm FM, and The Beat 99.9 FM's Blackberry Top Ten Countdown. Moreover, it peaked at number two on Radio Port Harcourt. "Kukere" won Hottest Single of the Year at 2013 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and Best Pop Single at The Headies 2012.
Background
During a visit to his hometown of Calabar, Iyanya noticed that the Etighi dance lacked a signature track. Wanting to bring the dance to a wider audience, he collaborated with producer D'Tunes to create "Kukere".
CEO Dancers performed the song during their performance on Britain's Got Talent. Cokobar and Iyanya organized the Kukere Queen Competition in order to better promote the album in London. The competition required participants to submit a dancing video of themselves along with three justifications for why they should win.
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