Nigerian singer Tenorboy has taken a bold creative leap with the release of the official music video for his breakout single ‘Oyi’. After the song’s viral success on TikTok, where its romantic theme and melodic afrobeats production struck a chord with thousands of listeners, the video has now arrived and it’s as heartfelt and cinematic as the track itself.
The music video is tantalizing according to beat makers who reckon with the tune. Known for his upbeat performances and confident persona, the artist whose real name is Kelechi Benjamin Nwachukwu uses ‘Oyi’ as an opportunity to explore emotional vulnerability and the power of romantic storytelling.
“This video is my love letter. Oyi came from a real place. The visuals had to match the emotion. I wanted the world to see the softer side of me that people don’t usually get to see,” he said.
Directed with visual elegance and sensitivity, the “Oyi” video paints a vivid picture of young love, intense, fragile, and emotionally charged.
Serving as the lead single from Tenorboy’s upcoming self-titled debut EP, Tenorboy. The track’s smooth rhythms and soul-baring message have earned it widespread praise, calling it a “modern Afrobeats classic in the making.”
But beyond the sound, it’s the visual storytelling in the “Oyi” video that sets this release apart. Tenorboy plays into the duality that defines his artistic identity: a bold, street-smart performer who’s also unafraid to show vulnerability.
Born on February 26, 2001, and raised in Ojo, Lagos State, Tenorboy’s rise to fame was anything but easy. Inspired by Afrobeats heavyweights like Kizz Daniel and Burna Boy, he began writing and recording at just 12 years old, gradually developing his unique sound—equal parts, raw emotion and melodic finesse.
Tenorboy’s breakthrough came in 2023, when he participated in the Dutch Dreams Records Artist Development Camp. His contributions to viral remixes like “Digii III” and “Digii IV” garnered millions of streams and critical acclaim, leading to high profile collabos with artists including Mr. Tee and Joshua Baraka. These milestones helped solidify his reputation as one of Nigeria’s most exciting new voices.
The “Oyi” music video captures this perfectly, blending visual poetry with honest emotion in a way that feels both timeless and timely. With the full Tenorboy EP on the horizon, this release offers a powerful glimpse into what’s to come—and confirms that Tenorboy is more than ready for the global stage.
