Despite the sad outcomes of the recently held 66th Grammy Awards, where none of our superstars clenched a Grammy despite being nominated across various categories, Nigerians remain one of the most musically talented and melodic people in the world- if you disagree, “go and argue with your Landlord”. Lol! Nominees Burna Boy, Davido, Arya Star, Asake, Olamide, and Fireboy lost out on the Grammies, and it has sent Nigerians across Nigerians agog across social media platforms. During this period of mixed emotions, as your real estate whisperer, we are here to brighten you up by reminding you of the diversity of Nigerian music and its remarkably positive impact on the different sectors in Nigeria, with a focus on real estate.
According to the music streaming service Spotify, over 1,300 music genres exist globally, and Nigeria has some of the most diverse genres! Our music has resonating beats and diverse genres that transcend mere entertainment to influence various aspects of our society; this includes an unexpected but profound impact on the real estate sector, where the pulse of the nation’s music finds an echo in the architectural design and decor preferences.
Still in the spirit of the just-concluded 66th Grammy Awards, let’s show you the exact positive trends in Nigeria’s real estate, facilitated by music.
Music Drives Detty December, Leading to Real Estate Boom:
Detty December refers to the festive period at the end of the year in Nigeria, typically from mid-December through the New Year. It’s a time of vibrant celebrations, social gatherings, parties, and festivities characterized by loud music, high energy, excitement, and optimism. It’s a time when many Nigerians, both within the country and in the diaspora, return home to celebrate with family and friends. In the real estate world, this is when short-let and hotel owners “cash out” big time due to high demand from people trooping into the country. We, therefore, make the correlation that without music, there will be no Detty December and no cashing-out for short-let and hotel owners.
Music Videos Showcasing our Architectural Masterpieces to the World:
The Nigerian creative industry has excelled at telling the most compelling stories through film, especially in the form of music videos. Music videos are known to show off our architectural masterpieces and landmarks like the National Art Theatre, Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge, Galleries, Museums, Skyscrapers, and a general aerial view of metropolitan cities. These are great for the real estate industry as they attract tourists and investors.
Music-Inspired Decor Pieces
You can now easily find decor pieces inspired by Nigerian traditional musical instruments – Gongs, Talking Drums, Trumpets, Sekere, and more. You’ll agree that they look appealing to the sight as they give apartments a desirable rustic and nostalgic aura.
Musical Tourism During Concerts
Nigerian Superstars like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, and their peers have pulled some of the biggest crowds of African people ever recorded during their concerts here in Nigeria. Again, this causes a spike in Shortlets and Hotel rentals for the period.
Conclusion: 66th Grammy Win or Not, Nigeria’s Music Has a Place in the Future of Real Estate
As we continue to make strides on the global stage, our music remains a powerful instrument of influence. The Grammy Awards is a crescendo, signaling musical achievement and a broader cultural impact. However, the outcome of the 66th Grammy Awards does not invalidate the greatness of our music. Cheer up, and cheers to Nigerian music!