Luwa.Mp4 is a Nigerian artist from Ibadan, associated with the CYK scene, who blends punk, hyperpop and trap with African influences.
Background
The FADER places Luwa.Mp4 in Ibadan and describes him as a “Cyber-Phunk” artist mixing punk, hyperpop and trap. Deeds Magazine ties him to the CYK movement and notes that his mohawk and punk-rock look led some listeners to assume he was a gimmick; his breakthrough came when he appeared on Santi’s stream to announce himself. Dazed, in a feature on Nigerian Gen Z rappers, quotes his influences as including Disney Channel, Drake, Kanye West, Lil Uzi Vert, Trippie Redd, D’banj and Don Jazzy.
Releases
His single “CYK Baddie” with Jeleel was praised by Deeds for its infectious melody and 2010s-flavoured sound, which the magazine compared to early Naeto C and Wizkid. A video for it appeared on the iylmibs. channel in January 2026, and his own channel has since published “MO SO BE” (July 2026).
Where to start
Start with “MO SO BE” below, then “CYK Baddie”.
