Everybody Loves Christmas

"Everybody Loves Christmas"
Promotional single by Cast of Everybody Loves Jenifa featuring Funke Akindele, Falz, Bisola Aiyeola, and D'Banj
Released19 December 2024 (2024-12-19)
Recorded2024
GenreChristmas song
Length5:22
LabelFAAN
Songwriter(s)
  • Falz
  • D'Banj
  • Waje
  • Bisola
Producer(s)Cobhams Asuquo
Music video
"Everybody loves Christmas Song" on YouTube

Everybody Loves Christmas is a Nigerian Christmas-themed film special featuring a star-studded cast, including Nigerian musician D'banj, rapper and actor Falz, and the ensemble from the film Everybody Loves Jenifa.[1] The special combines comedy, music, and holiday cheer, delivering a blend of entertainment that celebrates the spirit of Christmas with a distinctly Nigerian twist.[2]

Background

The special features original holiday songs and performances, including a collaborative Christmas anthem performed by D'banj, Falz, and the Everybody Loves Jenifa crew.[3] The music blends traditional Nigerian sounds with contemporary Afrobeat, adding a festive and uplifting vibe to the program.[4] The five-minute video features several cast members, including Falz, Layi Wasabi, Dbanj, Patience Ozokwor, Chimezie Imo, Tope Tedela, Omotunde Adebowale-David, Bisola Aiyeola, Jide Kosoko, Omowunmi Dada, Juliana Olayode, Nancy Isime, and Waje.[5]

Release history

Release history and formats for Everybody Loves Christmas (Original Theme Song)
Region Date Format(s) Editions(s) Label(s) Ref.
Various 4 December 2024
Standard FAAN [6]

References

  1. ^ Usaini, Nebianet (2024-12-04). "Funke Akindele Serves New Song 'Everybody Loves Christmas' Featuring Falz, Waje, Dbanj, Others". Channels Television. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
  2. ^ YNaija (2024-12-03). "Funke Akindele Releases Music "Everybody Loves Christmas" with Falz, Waje and the Cast of "Everybody Loves Jenifa" » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
  3. ^ David, Obed (December 4, 2024). "Jide Kosoko, Patience Ozokwor turn musicians in 'Everybody Loves Jenifa' soundtrack (VIDEO)". www.premiumtimesng.com. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
  4. ^ ADEKUNLE, MUSA (2024-12-03). "Funke Akindele releases Christmas song ahead of film premiere". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
  5. ^ "Jide Kosoko, Patience Ozokwor turn musicians in 'Everybody Loves Jenifa' soundtrack (VIDEO)". www.premiumtimesng.com.
  6. ^ Taiwo, Olufunke (2024-12-08). "Everybody Loves Christmas Lyrics by Funke Akindele". NotjustOk. Retrieved 2024-12-25.