Format Digital download Genre R&B, hip hop Label Square Records | Recorded 2012 Length 4:52 Writer(s) P-Square | |
"Beautiful Onyinye" is a song by Nigerian R&B duo P-Square, released as the third single from their fifth studio album The Invasion. The song features American rap sensation Rick Ross. Upon its release, the song was met with positive reviews. The music video for the single eclipsed the 13 million views mark on YouTube. P-Square recorded the song shortly after signing partnership deals with Akon's Konvict Muzik and Universal Music Group.
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Background and recording
During an interview with Okay Nigeria TV, the duo said they were with Akon in Atlanta when Rick Ross visited the studio. While playing the original song, Rick Ross told them that he loves the song's vibe. Akon then suggested to the duo that they collaborate with Rick Ross. The duo agreed and told their manager, Jude Engees Okoye. After speaking with Rick Ross' manager, the deal was finalized. When asked how was it like filming the video, the duo loosely said: "we shot Rick Ross' scenes in Miami and shot the rest of the video in South Africa in order to maintain our african identity".
International performances
On August 26, 2012, P-Square headlined the "Love AfroBeats Festival 2012". The concert took place in London and featured performances from the duo, Wande Coal, El, Fuse ODG, Ezi, and DL. The duo performed "Beautiful Onyinye" to a sold out crowd at the HMV Apollo.
Accolades
The music video for "Beautiful Onyinye" was nominated for "Best Afro Pop" and "Video of the Year" at the 2012 Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA).