Pharaoh The 47 Takes Northern Nigeria by Storm with Street Ctrl Tour
Written by maxfmeditor3 on May 16, 2023
Pharaoh The 47
Nigerian rap sensation, Pharaoh The 47, has successfully concluded his landmark tour in Plateau State, Northern Nigeria. With his Street Ctrl Tour, Pharaoh The 47 has been spreading the gospel of Hip Hop from the plateaued regions of Northern Nigeria to the rest of the world.
Pharaoh The 47 has been on a steady rise since his debut in 2021 with ‘High Breed’ and his 2022 magnum opus ‘Top Boy,’ which earned a spot in Pulse’s Top 10 Hip Hop Albums of 2022. His latest achievement includes a three-city tour across the North, captivating audiences in Kaduna, Keffi, and finally, Jos.
Hailing from a city that has produced renowned superstars like M.I Abaga, Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz, and Jeremiah Gyang, Pharaoh The 47 has carved a niche for himself as another notable talent. His tour served as a beacon of hope for the Hip Hop community in the Northern region of Nigeria.
The grand finale of the Street Ctrl Tour took place at the Aliyu Doma Theatre in Jos, drawing a mesmerized crowd. Alongside fellow rapper B.O.C. Madaki, Pharaoh The 47 delivered an intimate yet grand spectacle of impressive stagecraft. The lineup also featured other Northern talents such as Pablo, King VI, Nicole, Clowdy, Wonder Dougg, Krisskillz, and Toqwase.
With mosh-pits, real-time crowd interaction, and captivating stage presence, Pharaoh The 47 kept the audience spellbound throughout his performance. He showcased a string of his hit songs, including previews from his upcoming album, ‘Product of My Environment.’
The growth of rap music in Nigeria has been relatively slow since the era of the Choc Boiz (M.I Abaga, Ice Prince, Jesse Jagz). Few Hip Hop artists have achieved mainstream success, and those outside Lagos have faced challenges gaining the same level of attention as their Lagos-based counterparts.
However, the singer, along with a collective of musicians from the North, is striving to change this reality. They embrace a bohemian approach to their music, drawing influences from UK Grime, Drill, US Melodic Rap, and Afrobeats. Their consistency and dedication to their craft are commendable, as they seek to expand the reach and impact of Northern Nigerian Hip Hop.
Pharaoh The 47’s tour marks a significant milestone in his career and serves as a testament to the vibrant and evolving Hip Hop scene in Northern Nigeria. By showcasing their unique sound and captivating performances, Pharaoh The 47 and his fellow artists are breaking barriers and establishing their place in the Nigerian music industry.
As Pharaoh The 47 concludes his tour, fans eagerly anticipate the release of his forthcoming album, ‘Product of My Environment.’ With his talent, determination, and commitment to the Hip Hop movement in Nigeria, Pharaoh The 47 continues to make a name for himself as one of the country’s rising stars.
