Veteran Nigerian musician, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha becomes emotional as a result of the recent attention his 2010 song, “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche,” has received thanks to skit maker Brain Jotter. The highlife track, which was released 14 years ago, had largely been forgotten until it resurfaced recently. It all began when the popular content creator and actor, Brain Jotter, incorporated the song into one of his skits, featuring a dance routine synchronized to the music. The initial video posted by the skit maker on Instagram with Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s song received an overwhelming 659,000 likes, while a video on TikTok garnered over 11 million views.
The dance performed by Brain Jotter to the music has become widely popular, reaching across Nigeria and even making its way to some Asian countries.
Following the song’s viral success, several creators have paid tribute to Mike Ejeagha, as depicted in a video where the elderly man becomes emotional and sheds tears.
A TikToker, @anyigoldtv, presented the man with an envelope supposedly containing money while informing him about the success of his new song.
This touching moment deeply moved the renowned singer, who expressed his gratitude and offered blessings for being contacted.
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