Nigerian musician Korede Bello has just dropped a brand new single titled ‘Maria,’ produced by Drey and Altims.
The song; already tagged as song of the summer’ is an infectious tune and an instant hit, showcases Korede Bello’s exceptional artistry, infectious melodies, and captivating storytelling ability with a delightful fusion of Afrobeat rhythms, catchy hooks, and a memorable guitar progression, which sets the tone for an enchanting musical journey.
Reflecting on the recording process of ‘Maria,’ Korede Bello shared, the producer, Drey, had been hitting me up on Instagram for a while about us working; impressed by his work ethic from his posts, I told my manager to arrange a session. We flew him down and made a lot of songs. One of the first songs we worked on was Maria.
He went on to add, ‘the guitar you hear in the intro was me. That`s how the song started, I played the progression, and Drey laced the beats. Before I started writing, I knew I wanted to tell a story in the song. After the first draft, I felt the song needed something more, sonics-wise, so I hit up Altims to help beef it up because I trust his ears. After a lot of back and forth of ideas, we finally got it to where I thought the song needed to be. I was satisfied. Altims also mixed and mastered Maria.”
The song’s relatable lyrics and irresistible melodies make it a standout track, guaranteed to leave fans and music enthusiasts hooked from the very first listen.
‘Oh she bad
Oh yeah she bad me I concur
Way she moving it dey make me nornor
No be like girl you dey make me dey love up…
With his distinctive style and ability to captivate audiences worldwide, Korede Bello has built an impressive career since his breakout hit ‘Godwin’ and has continued to release chart-topping hits that resonate with diverse audiences. ‘Maria‘ is now available on all major music platforms… Get HERE
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Last verified: May 20, 2026
