Qing Madi (EP)

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Qing Madi
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EP by
Qing Madi
Released17 November 2023 (2023-11-17)
Recorded2023
Genre
Length19:00
Label JTON MUSIC
Producer JTON MUSIC
Qing Madi chronology
Qing Madi
(2023)		Qing Madi Freestyle
(2023)
Singles from Qing Madi
  1. "Vision"
    Released: 27 October 2023
  2. "See Finish"
    Released: 14 October 2022
  3. "Why"
    Released: 17 March 2023

Qing Madi is the self-titled debut extended play by Nigerian singer-songwriter Qing Madi, released on November 17, 2023, by Jton Music. [1] The EP received generally favorable reviews from critics and peaked at number 14 on the Nigeria Apple Music chart. [2] Qing Madi spawned the hit song "Ole", which charted at number 12 on the TurnTable Top 100. [3]

Contents

Background and release

In 2022, Qing Madi released her breakout single "See Finish", which gained popularity primarily on TikTok. [4] [5] The song caught the attention of Bnxn, who collaborated with her on the song "Ole". [6] [7] [8] In 2023, Qing Madi was announced as Apple Music's Next Rated Artist in Nigeria. [9] [10] On August 3, 2023, she released the music video for "Ole", directed by Director Pink. [11] Later, on November 17, 2023, Qing Madi released her 7-track self-titled EP through Jton Music. [12]

Composition

The 7-track EP, produced by Jton Music, features a diverse range of songs. The first track, "Madi's Medley", is an Afrobeat song with melodic tunes that showcase Qing Madi's strength and resilience in protecting herself from enemies. The second track, "Ole", is a Contemporary song that features Madi and Bnxn exchanging messages of pride through the lyrics. The third track, "Vision", is an Afrobeats song where Madi sings about her future aspirations and vision. The fourth track, "American Love", is a Love song addressed to a love interest, affirming her love and embracing the world. The fifth track, "Chargie", is an Afropop song that highlights her struggles with fame and the efforts of enemies trying to bring her down. The sixth track, "Why", is a pop song that explores people's curiosity about her life and way of living. Finally, the last track, "See Finish", is a Nigeria R&B and Afropop song that addresses how people criticize her and her approach to staying clear of negativity and avoiding trouble. [13]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Pulse NigeriaStar full.svgStar full.svgStar full.svgStar full.svgStar empty.svg [14]

A review from Pulse Nigeria praised the EP, noting that it "excels in cohesion, with a tracklist that boasts good production, impressive vocals, and westernized tunes, all complemented by good lyrics". [14]

Track listing

Qing Madi track listing [15]
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Madi' Medley" Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma Ktizo2:38
2."Ole"
Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma Daniel Benson
0zedikus2:50
3."Vision"Chimamanda Pearl ChukwumaJton2:26
4."American Love"Chimamanda Pearl ChukwumaRamoni3:09
5."Chargie"Chimamanda Pearl ChukwumaJton2:32
6."Why"Chimamanda Pearl ChukwumaBig Fish2:45
7."See Finish"Chimamanda Pearl ChukwumaRamoni3:00
Total length:19:00

Release history

RegionDateFormatVersionLabel
Various17 November 2023 streaming, digital download, CD StandardJTON Music

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