Throwback Times Nigeria is happy to introduce this impressively crafted Studio project “Shakomo”, a landmark Nigerian hip-hop track by The Remedies. It stands out as one of the early Nigerian songs blending hip-hop, R&B, and local idioms to create the sound that helped revolutionarized the country’s pop music sphere.


Brief fact about the Group: The Remedies:
The Remedies were a pioneering Nigerian hip-hop trio from Lagos. Having members as:
a. Eedris Abdulkareem (rapper) 
b. Tony Tetuila (vocalist) 
c. Eddy Remedy (sometimes spelled Eddy Montana; vocalist) 

They were active from 1997 into the early 2000s. They were signed to the label Kennis Music, which was core promoter of urban/pop sounds in Nigeria. 

Musical Style & Implication
“Shakomo” blend hip-hop rhythms, R&B melodic elements, local language (Yoruba) lines and a party-anthem vibe. 

It stands out for:
Using Nigerian slang and local idioms in the hook/chorus and a beat that mixes xylophone riffs, bass guitar, talking drums in a hip-hop/R&B arrangement. 

Its release marked a shift in the Nigerian music scene from purely highlife/fu­ji/juju to more global-influenced urban pop/hip-hop. 

Because it was one of the earlier commercially successful urban songs, it is often considered a classic and still celebrated in throwback playlists. 

Attribute Details:
Artist The Remedies
Members are Eedris Abdulkareem • Tony Tetuila • Eddy Remedy

Release Year:1999

Label: Kennis Music

Musical Style: Nigerian hip-hop / R&B / Pop fusion with local languages

Significance Early Nigerian urban anthem, helped shape pop/hip-hop direction

Throwback Times Comment:
Throwback Times Nigeria is of the opinion that Shakomo is one of the best songs that historically reshaped the face of hip-hop and pop in Nigeria and Africa. The trio pulled efforts together to create a historic legacy in the industry.

Conclusion
“Shakomo” by The Remedies is more than a song: it’s a milestone in Nigerian music. It marks the moment when youthful urban energy, hip-hop sensibilities and local language flair merged in a commercial hit. For anyone exploring the evolution of Nigerian pop/hip-hop, it’s a track worth revisiting both for its craft and its historical value.