Detty December in Lagos isn’t just about the headliners, international acts, or DJs. We had to give props to the voices that know exactly when to lift the energy, when to slow it down, and when to send the crowd into full chaos. “The hypemen”—and here are the top ones to look out for in Lagos this Detty December.
Big Bimi
Big Bimi is making a statement with “hype,” an international hypeman taking his crowd control from Lagos to global stages like AfroNation in Portugal. Also, a frequent collaborator with well-established brands.
N.A.T.E.
Also known as the “corporate hypeman,” mainly because he works a 9-5 and still knows how to get a crowd lit. A big advocate for corporate workers and salary earners who still want to ball. His energy is contagious, and you can find him at events with Gen Z and Millennial crowds.
Aare D Entertainer
Aare is a nightlife hypeman that you would run into at the top clubs in Lagos with the ballers and baddies. He’s quite a comical act, finding fun ways to engage clubgoers to have an amazing time.
Shody
Shody is an OG in the MC and hypeman scene. He is best known for his voice and witty banter from his days on the radio and has a way with words.
Active Boy
A resident hypeman at Obi’s House and Vaniti. He’s one of the leading voices in a new generation of hypemen in Lagos right now. He’s super energetic and works really well with DJs, dropping some of the hottest lamba you’ll hear on party beats.
Jimmie
Another OG in the game of hype and MC in Lagos, and probably one of the best dressed too. Most popular from Hennessy Artistry, he is one of those names that shaped the meaning and role of a hypeman in a Lagos party.
Do2dtun
You cannot talk about hype and MC without Do2dtun; he’s the OG before IG. From radio to all the biggest and premium events in Lagos. He’s there showing the crowd why he’s still one of the most sought-after in the scene.
M.I.A.
The hype scene is a very male-dominated space, and M.I.A. has made a name for herself in the scene. She’s an energy goddess, incorporating a lot of performance in her hype. And she definitely knows how to carry a crowd along with her dance moves and witty lines.
Tolu Daniels
Tolu Daniels wears a lot of hats in the entertainment industry. And he carries that experience in his hype. Creating high-energy moments with the crowd and flowing effortlessly with DJs, regardless of the event or theme.
Tobyshang
Tobyshang’s impact on hype in Lagos cannot be overlooked, from his time on the stages of UNILAG to taking over some of the biggest events and concerts in the city. He clearly has an edge and experience that sets him apart; he’s probably one of the most underrated talents in the scene.
Ak Smuth
As his name suggests, he is indeed smooth on the mic. A nightlife hypeman turning up ballers and baddies in some of the most premium nightlife spots and clubs in Lagos. His witty banter is always something to look forward to in any spot you find him.
