Veteran highlife singer, Gentleman Mike Ejeagha, has been moved to tears by the unexpected resurgence of his 1983 song, “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche”.
The song, which had been largely forgotten over the years, gained new life after skit maker, Brain Jotter used it in one of his videos, creating a catchy dance move that synchronises with the music.
The song has since gone viral, garnering over 659,000 likes on Instagram and an impressive 11 million views on TikTok.
Its popularity has transcended borders, with the song being used in content from Nigeria to Asian countries.
The viral sensation has prompted content creators to pay homage to Mike Ejeagha, with one Tiktoker, @anyigoldtv, presenting him with an envelope containing money and sharing the achievement of his new song.
Overwhelmed with emotion, the aged singer broke down in tears, clearly touched by the unexpected revival of his music and the appreciation from a new generation of fans.