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| 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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==Background and composition==
==Background and composition==
"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 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>


==Video and performance==
==Video and performance==
The accompanying music video for "Case" was shot and directed by DK 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>
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]].<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>
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>
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| <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==
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[[Category:2018 songs]]
[[Category:2018 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

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"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

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"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

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  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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