Music has the power to move us in ways that nothing else can and it also has the ability to transport us to another place and time, evoke emotions we never knew we had, and connect us to something greater than ourselves. Music speaks one language that everyone understands, even when song and beats are of another language and culture.
Music becomes so captivating when video is added to it, which teaches dancing steps, and gestures bring more excitement and emotions to the music.
Music directors in their craft turn songs into a visual masterpiece, and also capture the emotion, energy, and essence of the music in a way that is both captivating and emotionally charged.
In Nigeria and globally, music is a way of life, and source of wealth creation. Nigeria as a country has produced some of the best music video directors in the world.
These creative geniuses have managed to capture the essence of the music and bring it to life on screen in ways that leave us on awe.
For years, Nigerian music has been making waves around the world stages, with artists such as Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido and Tiwa Savage taking the leading. As we know, behind every great artist, there is a great music video director.
Through the tunning cinematography and creative direction, these directors have managed to create works of art that resonate with people across different generations and cultures.
In this article we have compiled list of top music video directors in Nigeria, their work, and their contributions in the music industry.
Top 10 Music Video Directors in Nigeria
- Clarence Peters
- TG Omori
- Daps
- Meji Alabi
- Dammy Twitch
- Seyi Akinlade
- Unlimited LA
- Director K
- MattMax
- Patrick Eli’s