Hey, music fam! If you've ever scrolled through social media in December and seen Nigerians (and the diaspora) going all out with parties, concerts, and non-stop vibes, you already know what Detty December is all about. It's that epic end-of-year explosion – Christmas turned up to the max, full of fun, revelry, and letting loose. And right now, in the heart of the 2025 festive season, Kabusa Oriental Choir has dropped the ultimate soundtrack for it: "Detty December."
This song is pure energy. The choir themselves describe it as their epic take on Nigeria's holiday madness – basically Christmas on steroids! It's all about embracing the season's theme: getting loose, indulging in merriment, and soaking up that joyful chaos. Blending World Music (African roots), Afrobeats, Afro-pop, Afro-fusion, and those irresistible Amapiano grooves, you can expect rich choral harmonies layered over infectious rhythms that make you want to dance instantly. It's the kind of track that screams party anthem, perfect for turning any gathering into a full-blown celebration.
Let's talk about the geniuses behind it. Kabusa Oriental Choir comes straight from the Federal Capital Territory in Nigeria – Abuja to be exact. The group was founded by Choir Director Austin Chinemezu Nwamara back on March 11, 2019. Their big break came right away with a choir cover mashup of Kizz Daniel's "Yeba" and DJ Spinal’s "Baba" that went absolutely viral and put them in the spotlight. Over the years, they've grown from dropping hilarious and creative choir versions of popular songs to crafting their own originals.
Remember 2020? They released "The Corona Song," written by Austin to spread awareness during the pandemic. Then came their massive global hit "Valentine is Coming" in February 2020 – that one shot them to international fame, even getting spins on BBC 1Xtra in the UK. It's become a tradition for them to drop new verses every year, keeping the vibe fresh. And don't sleep on their album "Liturgy," released in August 2020 – it's live on all platforms and showcases their evolution beautifully.
What I love about Kabusa is how they take familiar sounds and flip them with that choral magic. In a year where Afrobeats continues to dominate charts worldwide and Amapiano's log drums are everywhere in holiday mixes and party playlists, "Detty December" feels right on time. Detty December has exploded into a full cultural phenomenon – events in Lagos, Accra, and beyond drawing huge crowds, with Spotify and YouTube flooded with Afrobeats-Amapiano festive compilations. This track slides perfectly into that wave, giving us a unique choir perspective on the high-energy holiday spirit that's making December the hottest party month across Africa and the diaspora.
If you're building your Detty December playlist, this needs to be on repeat. It's uplifting, fun, and totally captures that indulgent, carefree vibe we all crave this time of year. Kabusa Oriental Choir keeps proving why they're a standout in Nigerian music – blending tradition with modern beats in a way that's instantly addictive.
What do you think of "Detty December"? Is it living up to the hype for your holiday vibes, or does it remind you of Kabusa's classic "Valentine is Coming"? Drop your thoughts in the comments – I'd love to hear how it's hitting for you!
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Stay festive, keep the music loud, and let's make this Detty December unforgettable!
