It appears that 2026 will be the wave of viral hits from rising artists in the Nigerian music industry. And fresh music act Danpapa GTA has delivered the first hit with his viral single, “Ikeja (No Go Thief).”

With the likes of Shoday, Mavo, FOLA, and Zayleventen, who held the music industry in 2025 with their top-charting street-laced records, Danpapa GTA proves he is next on the line with “Ikeja (No Go Thief).”

On the catchy, street-inspired single, Danpapa GTA delivers a raw, high-energy track that blends street humour and wordplay, captivating listeners from the first listen. Marked by the soundtrack of the Super Mario game, the track’s highlight peaks at the catchy hook, inspired by the reality of Lagos’ capital.

With the snippet first teased in December 2025, the track has garnered massive traction across TikTok, sparking conversations on Twitter. It also attracted co-signs from artists and industry figures including Motolani Alake, Adeayo Adebiyi, and Lady Donli. A testament to the underground momentum spreading rapidly within the industry.

While the catchy beat of “Ikeja “No Go Thief) draws listeners into its up-tempo, street-energy momentum, the Afro-fusion track reflects the unfiltered street life that permeates the entirety of Lagos. Yet its entire composition, characterized by an impressive sonic experimentation, might be one of the breakout songs of 2026.

With an array of releases since 2024 and a drive to cement his stance in the Nigerian music industry, Danpapa GTA might just be part of the new wave of rising artists for 2026.