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Nigeria’s Xucceedo Puts Akwa Ibom’s Story in Motion With ‘Arise’

Nigerian artist Xucceedo releases 'Arise', a single focused on Akwa Ibom's development and Ibibio cultural identity.

Xucceedo

Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Success Albert, known as Xucceedo, has released ‘Arise’, a single that turns his focus to the development story and cultural identity of Akwa Ibom state.

Produced with Moskeyz, the record departs from the personal themes of his earlier work. Its lyrics name government projects, local businesses, tourist attractions and development initiatives, and point listeners toward investment and tourism opportunities in the state.

Xucceedo has spent more than 16 years building his catalogue. Previous releases include:

  • ‘Built On Self Success (B.O.S.S)’
  • ‘The Light’
  • ‘The Journey’
  • ‘Son Of Grace’
  • ‘Big Ceedo Vibez’

Beyond development messaging, ‘Arise’ centres the Ibibio people, placing their heritage and identity within a wider regional conversation. The song is built around themes of progress, unity and opportunity.

With the release, Xucceedo, who leads HRG, continues to widen the scope of his music, using the record to put a place, its people and its ambitions at the centre.

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