Format Digital download Genre R&B, Afropop, Dance Label Square Records | Recorded 2013 Length 3:14 Writer(s) P-Square | |
"Personally" is a song by Nigerian R&B duo P-Square, released as the second single from their sixth studio album Double Trouble (2014). The music video, directed by Jude Engees Okoye and Clarence Peters, was uploaded onto Vevo on June 21, 2013. It features a cameo appearance from Osita Iheme. Upon its release, the song received positive reviews from many people who were addicted to its catchy beats and lyrical rhyme schemes. As of February 2015, the music video has eclipsed the 37 million views mark on Vevo. "Personally" claimed the number 1 spot on MTV Base's Official Naija Top 10 Chart from August 10 through August 22 2013.
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Musical influences
P-Square paid tribute to Michael Jackson who inspired them to dance, sing, and write songs. Moreover, they dedicated the music video to him, adding: "He lives on and inspires us Personally".
Thank you appreciation
In a thank you video to the duo, Jermaine Jackson said: "It’s not everyday that a phenomenal band comes along…..Psquare, they are absolutely sensational with the showmanship, the singing, the dancing.."
Accolades
P-Square was nominated for "Best International Performance" at the 2013 Soul Train Music Awards for "Personally". "Personally" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2014 MTV Africa Music Awards. The music video for "Personally" was nominated for Best Music Video of the Year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. The music video for "Personally" was also nominated for Most Gifted Dance at the 2014 Channel O Music Video Awards.