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{{short description|2018 song by Teni}}
{{Infobox song
{{Infobox song
| name = Case
| name = Case
| cover =
| cover = Official-Cover-of-Case-by-Teni.jpg
| alt =
| alt =
| type = single
| type = single
| artist = [[Teni (singer)|Teni]]
| artist = [[Teni (singer)|Teni]]
| album =
| album =
| released = October 19, 2018<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni The Entertainer Drops Two New Bangers, "Case" and "Shakeam"|url=https://www.konbini.com/ng/music/teni-the-entertainer-dropped-two-new-songs|publisher=Konbini|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>
| released = October 19, 2018<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni The Entertainer Drops Two New Bangers, "Case" and "Shakeam"|url=https://www.konbini.com/ng/music/teni-the-entertainer-dropped-two-new-songs|publisher=Konbini|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>
| format = [[Music download|Digital download]]
| recorded = 2018
| recorded = 2018
| studio =
| studio =
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| label = Dr Dolor Entertainment
| label = Dr Dolor Entertainment
| writer = [[Teni (singer)|Teniola Apata]]
| writer = [[Teni (singer)|Teniola Apata]]
| producer = Jaysynths
| producer = [[JaySynths]]
| prev_title = Shake Am
| prev_title = Shake Am
| prev_year = 2018
| prev_year = 2018
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}}


"'''Case'''" is a [[song]] by Nigerian singer [[Teni (singer)|Teni]]. It was officially released on October 19, 2018 and produced by Jaysynths.<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni The Entertainer rounds up the Year with Two New Singles – Listen to 'Case' & 'Shakeam' on BN|url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2018/10/teni-the-entertainer-rounds-up-the-year-with-two-new-singles-listen-to-case-shakeam-on-bn|publisher=BellaNaija|accessdate=19 October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> The song won the Best Pop Single at [[The Headies 2019]].<ref name="Headies">{{cite web|url=https://thenationonlineng.net/full-list-of-winners-at-headies-2019|title=Full list of winners at Headies 2019|date=21 October 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019|website=The Nation Newspapers}}</ref>
"'''Case'''" is a song by Nigerian singer [[Teni (singer)|Teni]]. Produced by Jaysynths, it was officially released on October 19, 2018.<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni The Entertainer rounds up the Year with Two New Singles – Listen to 'Case' & 'Shakeam' on BN|url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2018/10/teni-the-entertainer-rounds-up-the-year-with-two-new-singles-listen-to-case-shakeam-on-bn|publisher=BellaNaija|date=October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> The song won Best Pop Single at [[The Headies 2019]].<ref name="Headies">{{cite web|url=https://thenationonlineng.net/full-list-of-winners-at-headies-2019|title=Full list of winners at Headies 2019|date=21 October 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019|website=The Nation Newspapers}}</ref>


==Background and composition==
==Background and composition==
In 2019, "Case" earned [[Teni (singer)|Teni]] a recognition from video streaming platform, [[YouTube]] as trending "Artist On The Rise", thus making her the first African artist to be named such and her videos were promoted to YouTube's US trending page, in social media ads and fan event appearances at YouTube Spaces.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/teni-case-is-featured-as-youtubes-trending-artist-on-the-rise/q7evve7|title=Teni Case is featured as YouTubes Trending Artist On The Rise|last=Ohunyon|first=Ehis|date=20 February 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>
"Case" is a mid-tempo [[Afrobeats]] track that was produced by Jaysynths. Recorded primarily in [[Nigerian pidgin]], its lyrics revolve around a girl going the extra mile to get the attention of her love interest.<ref name="tooXclusive">{{cite web|title=[Video Premiere] Teni – "Case"|url=https://tooxclusive.com/video-premiere-teni-case|publisher=tooXclusive|date=19 October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Artists We Know You Will Love|url=https://www.noneonrecord.com/news/artists-we-know-you-will-love|publisher=None on Record|date=8 March 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> In 2019, Teni was featured on YouTube's Artist on the Rise platform. As a result of the recognition, her videos were promoted on YouTube's U.S trending page, in social media ads, and at fan event appearances.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/teni-case-is-featured-as-youtubes-trending-artist-on-the-rise/q7evve7|title=Teni Case is featured as YouTubes Trending Artist On The Rise|last=Ohunyon|first=Ehis|date=20 February 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>
"Case" is an [[Afrobeats]] inspired track and was produced by Jaysynths. It's a mid-tempo record and the lyrics revolve around a girl doing the extreme just to get the attention of her crush and also protect him but got turned down by the lover boy who appreciated someone else.<ref name="tooXclusive">{{cite web|title=[Video Premiere] Teni – “Case”|url=https://tooxclusive.com/video-premiere-teni-case|publisher=tooXclusive|date=19 October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> The song is primarily in [[Nigerian Pidgin]] and a genre pioneered primarily by Nigerian musical style and elements.<ref>{{cite web|title=Artists We Know You Will Love|url=https://www.noneonrecord.com/news/artists-we-know-you-will-love|publisher=None on Record|date=8 March 2019|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>


==Video and performance==
==Promotion==
An accompanying music video for "Case" which was shot outside Nigeria was released on the same day as the audio and was directed by DK.<ref>{{cite web|title=New Video: Teni - Case|url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2018/10/new-video-teni-case|publisher=BellaNaija|date=19 October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref><ref name=tooXclusive/>
The accompanying music video for "Case" was shot and directed by [[Director K]] outside Nigeria.<ref>{{cite web|title=New Video: Teni - Case|url=https://www.bellanaija.com/2018/10/new-video-teni-case|publisher=BellaNaija|date=19 October 2018|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref><ref name=tooXclusive/> As of November 2019, the video has surpassed 18 million views on YouTube.<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni - Case (Official Video)|url=https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hYx5ukr_YWw|publisher=YouTube|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>


In September 2019, Teni performed "Case" during an event attended by [[Aliko Dangote]] in [[New York (state) |New York]], US, and the African richest man danced to the song.<ref>{{cite web|title=Billionaire Aliko Dangote shows off dance moves in New York|url=https://www.legit.ng/1261725-billionaire-aliko-dangote-shows-dance-moves-new-york.html|publisher=Legit.ng|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> During [[The Headies 2019]] Awards night, Teni also performed "Case" alongside Mike Edwards of [[Big Brother Naija (season 4)|Big Brother Naija, Season 4]].<ref>{{cite web|title=TENI Wins BIG at the Headies|url=https://echolocationtalent.com/teni-wins-big-at-the-headies|publisher=Echo Location Talent|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>
In September 2019, Teni performed "Case" during an event attended by [[Aliko Dangote]] in [[New York (state)|New York]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Billionaire Aliko Dangote shows off dance moves in New York|url=https://www.legit.ng/1261725-billionaire-aliko-dangote-shows-dance-moves-new-york.html|publisher=Legit.ng|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref> Teni also performed the song at [[The Headies 2019]] awards ceremony. Moreover, she performed "Case" with Mike Edwards of [[Big Brother Naija (season 4)|Big Brother Naija, Season 4]].<ref>{{cite web|title=TENI Wins BIG at the Headies|url=https://echolocationtalent.com/teni-wins-big-at-the-headies|publisher=Echo Location Talent|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>

As of 4 November 2019, the video has garnered up to 18 million views on YouTube.<ref>{{cite web|title=Teni - Case (Official Video)|url=https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hYx5ukr_YWw|publisher=YouTube|accessdate=4 November 2019}}</ref>


==Accolades==
==Accolades==
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| rowspan = "4" | 2019
| rowspan = "4" | 2019
| [[The Headies]]
| rowspan="2"|[[The Headies 2019|The Headies]]
| Best Pop Single
| Best Pop Single
| {{won}}
| {{won}}
| <ref name=Headies/>
| rowspan="2"|<ref name="Headies"/>
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|-
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| [[The Headies Award for Song of the Year|Song of the Year]]
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| {{nom}}
|-
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| [[City People Entertainment Awards|City People Music Awards]]
| [[City People Entertainment Awards|City People Music Awards]]
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| {{nom}}
| {{nom}}
| <ref>{{cite web |title=#CityPeopleMusicAwards: Nominees List Out |url=http://www.citypeopleonline.com/citypeoplemusicawards-nominees-list-out |publisher=City People Magazine |accessdate=4 November 2019 |date=25 October 2019}}</ref>
| <ref>{{cite web |title=#CityPeopleMusicAwards: Nominees List Out |url=http://www.citypeopleonline.com/citypeoplemusicawards-nominees-list-out |publisher=City People Magazine |accessdate=4 November 2019 |date=25 October 2019}}</ref>
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|-
| The Headies
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| [[The Headies Award for Song of the Year|Song of the Year]]
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| {{nom}}
| <ref name=Headies/>
|-
|-
| [[All Africa Music Awards|AFRIMA]]
| [[All Africa Music Awards|AFRIMA]]
| Best Female Artist in Western Africa
| Best Female Artist in Western Africa for "Case"
| {{nom}}
| {{nom}}
| <ref>{{cite web |title=Our Guide to the All Africa Music Awards 2019 |url=https://www.okayafrica.com/afrima-awards-nominations-full-list |publisher=OkayAfrica |accessdate=4 November 2019 |date=9 September 2019}}</ref>
| <ref>{{cite web |title=Our Guide to the All Africa Music Awards 2019 |url=https://www.okayafrica.com/afrima-awards-nominations-full-list |publisher=OkayAfrica |accessdate=4 November 2019 |date=9 September 2019}}</ref>
|}
|}

== Snazzy the Optimist version ==
{{Infobox song
| name = Upgrade
| type = single
| artist = Snazzy the Optimist
| released = 2019
| genre = [[Afrobeat]]
| length = 3:21
| writer = {{flat list|
*[[Snazzy the Optimist|Michael C. Alozie]]
*[[Teni (singer)|Teniola Apata]]}}
| producer = [[JaySynths]]
| prev_title = Ekele
| prev_year = 2018
| next_title = Seluna
| next_year = 2021
}}

Nigerian Singer-songwriter and rapper Snazzy the Optimist recorded and released his case version in February 2019 with a different title “Upgrade” which was produced by Nigerian record producer [[JaySynths]]. [[The Guardian (Nigeria)|''The Guardian'']] profiled him as A Rising Star, the voice of the Nigerian younger generation and described the song as a testament to his growth and adaptability.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-02-12 |title=Snazzy: A Rising Star In The Nigerian Music Scene Showcases Versatility With "Upgrade" |url=https://editor.guardian.ng/life/snazzy-a-rising-star-in-the-nigerian-music-scene-showcases-versatility-with-upgrade/ |access-date=2023-05-20 |website=[[The Guardian (Nigeria)]] |language=en-US}}</ref> The cover was originally released in 2019 and was redistributed in music streaming platform [[SoundCloud]] on 29 May 2020.<ref>{{Citation |title=Upgrade |url=https://soundcloud.com/snazzytheoptimist/upgrade-teni-case-cover |access-date=2023-05-19 |language=en}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}

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[[Category:2018 songs]]
[[Category:2018 songs]]
[[Category:2018 singles]]
[[Category:2018 singles]]
[[Category:Nigerian songs]]
[[Category:Teni (singer) songs]]

Latest revision as of 17:25, 24 May 2024

"Case"
Single by Teni
ReleasedOctober 19, 2018[1]
Recorded2018
GenreAfrobeats
Length3:22
LabelDr Dolor Entertainment
Songwriter(s)Teniola Apata
Producer(s)JaySynths
Teni singles chronology
"Shake Am"
(2018) 		"Case"
(2018) 		"Pray"
(2018)
Music video
"Case" on YouTube

"Case" is a song by Nigerian singer Teni. Produced by Jaysynths, it was officially released on October 19, 2018.[2] The song won Best Pop Single at The Headies 2019.[3]

Background and composition

[edit]

"Case" is a mid-tempo Afrobeats track that was produced by Jaysynths. Recorded primarily in Nigerian pidgin, its lyrics revolve around a girl going the extra mile to get the attention of her love interest.[4][5] In 2019, Teni was featured on YouTube's Artist on the Rise platform. As a result of the recognition, her videos were promoted on YouTube's U.S trending page, in social media ads, and at fan event appearances.[6]

Video and performance

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The accompanying music video for "Case" was shot and directed by Director K outside Nigeria.[7][4] As of November 2019, the video has surpassed 18 million views on YouTube.[8]

In September 2019, Teni performed "Case" during an event attended by Aliko Dangote in New York.[9] Teni also performed the song at The Headies 2019 awards ceremony. Moreover, she performed "Case" with Mike Edwards of Big Brother Naija, Season 4.[10]

Accolades

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Year Award Category Result Ref.
2019 The Headies Best Pop Single Won [3]
Song of the Year Nominated
City People Music Awards Popular Song of the Year Nominated [11]
AFRIMA Best Female Artist in Western Africa for "Case" Nominated [12]

Snazzy the Optimist version

[edit]
"Upgrade"
Single by Snazzy the Optimist
Released2019
GenreAfrobeat
Length3:21
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s)JaySynths
Snazzy the Optimist singles chronology
"Ekele"
(2018) 		"Upgrade"
(2019) 		"Seluna"
(2021)

Nigerian Singer-songwriter and rapper Snazzy the Optimist recorded and released his case version in February 2019 with a different title “Upgrade” which was produced by Nigerian record producer JaySynths. The Guardian profiled him as A Rising Star, the voice of the Nigerian younger generation and described the song as a testament to his growth and adaptability.[13] The cover was originally released in 2019 and was redistributed in music streaming platform SoundCloud on 29 May 2020.[14]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ "Teni The Entertainer Drops Two New Bangers, "Case" and "Shakeam"". Konbini. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  2. ^ "Teni The Entertainer rounds up the Year with Two New Singles – Listen to 'Case' & 'Shakeam' on BN". BellaNaija. October 2018. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  3. ^ a b "Full list of winners at Headies 2019". The Nation Newspapers. 21 October 2019. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  4. ^ a b "[Video Premiere] Teni – "Case"". tooXclusive. 19 October 2018. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  5. ^ "Artists We Know You Will Love". None on Record. 8 March 2019. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  6. ^ Ohunyon, Ehis (20 February 2019). "Teni Case is featured as YouTubes Trending Artist On The Rise". Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  7. ^ "New Video: Teni - Case". BellaNaija. 19 October 2018. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  8. ^ "Teni - Case (Official Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  9. ^ "Billionaire Aliko Dangote shows off dance moves in New York". Legit.ng. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  10. ^ "TENI Wins BIG at the Headies". Echo Location Talent. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  11. ^ "#CityPeopleMusicAwards: Nominees List Out". City People Magazine. 25 October 2019. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  12. ^ "Our Guide to the All Africa Music Awards 2019". OkayAfrica. 9 September 2019. Retrieved 4 November 2019.
  13. ^ "Snazzy: A Rising Star In The Nigerian Music Scene Showcases Versatility With "Upgrade"". The Guardian (Nigeria). 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2023-05-20.
  14. ^ Upgrade, retrieved 2023-05-19
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