Bright Chimezie's Legacy Gets a Major Boost with Sunny Music Deal!
It's big news for legendary highlife singer
Bright Chimezie! Global music company Sunny Music Publishing has just announced a major publishing deal with the veteran artist. This isn't just any agreement; it's a significant step towards preserving and revitalizing the icon's incredibly rich musical legacy.
Under this new partnership, Sunny Music Publishing will administer and consolidate Chimezie's vast catalog of classic recordings and compositions. The aim is clear: to introduce his timeless music, including the iconic "Zigima Sound," to new fans across the globe, all while ensuring his creative rights are properly protected and his incredible work is celebrated.
For over four decades, Bright Chimezie has been a towering figure in African music, celebrated for his vibrant style and infectious rhythms. His influence is undeniably pivotal in the evolution of modern highlife and even today's Afrobeats.
According to Godwin Tom, Managing Director of Sunny Music Nigeria, this exciting collaboration is the result of five months of dedicated back-and-forth between the legendary singer's team and Sunny Music.
And this news couldn't come at a better time! It follows a recent viral video featuring the highlife icon, and a special shout-out from Davido himself, who credited Chimezie for inspiring the track "E Dey For You," featuring Mayorkun, on his new album. In fact, the freshly released music video for that very track even features Bright Chimezie! This deal truly cements his enduring impact on the music scene.
