Afro-Gospel artist Nazaakunna – born Chinazaekpere Loveday Akunna – is quietly building a reputation as one of the most heartfelt new voices in Nigeria’s faith-driven Afrobeats scene. Based in Lagos but originally from Owerri in Imo State, he blends infectious rhythms with an unshakeable spiritual focus, turning gratitude, hope and love into songs that feel as comfortable on a playlist as they do in a praise session.
A devoted husband and father, Nazaakunna treats his music as an honest reflection of his own journey with God. “I pour my personal story into every track,” he explains, describing his catalogue as a way to spread the gospel of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ while speaking to the realities of everyday life.
From church choir to talent-show winner
Nazaakunna discovered his voice early, singing in his church choir as a child. That space became both his training ground and his safe place – where he learned how to project emotion, control dynamics and use melody as a form of testimony.
His passion for music didn’t stay in the pews for long. It eventually led him onto the stage of Klub Daniel’s Talent Show, where he stepped out as a rapper and walked away with a triumphant win. That moment confirmed what the choir had already suggested: this was more than a hobby.
A sound where Afrobeats meets altar call
Musically, Nazaakunna operates at the crossroads of Afro-beats, RnB, Afro-Gospel and rap. The drums are pure Afrobeats – propulsive, dance-ready and sculpted with a modern, digital precision – but the atmospheres are deep and immersive, built to carry lyrics that talk openly about faith, grace and redemption.
He is intentional about making “authentic and meaningful music that connects with listeners on a deep, spiritual level.” Heartfelt lyrics, memorable hooks and smooth vocal phrasing do the heavy lifting, while warm chords and melodic lines keep everything accessible even for listeners who don’t usually gravitate toward gospel.
Since his debut single “Everlasting Vibe”, he has been steadily refining this signature blend, aiming to guide listeners toward their “authentic selves in Christ” without sacrificing groove or replay value.
“Undeserving”: Afrobeats joy with a gospel centre
Among his recent releases, “Undeserving” stands out as a defining moment. The track sits comfortably in the Afrobeats pocket – bright percussion, rolling basslines and an undeniable swing – but the message cuts deeper than a simple party anthem.
Built around the line “Your love dey blow my mind o, I’m undeserving,” the song reflects on God’s protection and unearned favour. It’s the kind of hook that you can sing along to on the dancefloor and only later realise just how theologically loaded it is.
Nazaakunna describes “Undeserving” as an energetic yet soulful piece, designed to make people move while inviting them to meditate on grace and redemption. That balance is clearly working: the track has already accumulated thousands of streams on Spotify and continues to grow across platforms, proving that gospel-rooted lyrics can thrive inside contemporary Afrobeats production.
Catalogue, EP and growing impact
“Undeserving” is part of a small but focused catalogue that showcases different shades of Nazaakunna’s artistry. His featured project, the EP An Attitude of Gratitude (released 20 August 2023), is a compact statement of who he is: thankful, hopeful and unashamedly worshipful, but firmly locked into modern Afro-centric sound design.
His discography to date includes:
- “Everlasting Vibe” – debut single that introduced his blend of groove and worship.
- “Thank You” – a song of praise that later received a powerful live rendition.
- “Hold Me” – a more intimate, RnB-leaning moment of reliance on God.
- “Winner” – motivational and triumphant, built for repeat spins.
- “Undeserving” – the latest single, marrying club-ready drums with contemplative lyrics.
Across platforms, his audience is already significant for an independent Afro-Gospel act: around 7.7K subscribers, 421K streams, 97 playlist placements, a reach of 2.84 million, and more than 204K video views. Those numbers continue to rise as new listeners discover his music through editorial and independent playlists, church communities and word of mouth.
On screen and on stage
Visuals are a central part of Nazaakunna’s ministry. His YouTube channel @nazaakunna hosts official videos and performance clips, including a standout live version of “Thank You – Aktivated Session (Live)” from 2023, a 3:45 performance that captures his ability to command a stage with both conviction and calm.
He is equally present across social platforms – Instagram @nazaakunna, SoundCloud (Naza Loveday Akunna), Boomplay (Nazaakunna) and Facebook (Nazaakunna) – all consolidated via his link hub at linktr.ee/nazaakunna. On X (formerly Twitter), you’ll find him under @nazaakunna, sharing updates, faith reflections and glimpses of family life that contextualise the honesty in his lyrics.
Faith, family and the road ahead
At the heart of everything is a simple mission: to create music that vibrates on dancefloors while pointing back to God. As a husband and father, Nazaakunna writes from lived experience – the pressures of providing, the vulnerability of love, the constant need for grace – and it shows in the emotional weight of his songs.
With an already-solid catalogue, a fast-growing digital footprint and tracks like “Undeserving” proving that Afro-Gospel can be both spiritually rich and virally ready, Nazaakunna is positioning himself as a key voice in the new wave of faith-driven Afrobeats.
For bookings and professional enquiries, management can be reached via WhatsApp (+234 813 446 2400) through Oyin, or by email at booking.nazaakunna@gmail.com.
To dive into the music, head straight to his multi-platform hub: https://linktr.ee/nazaakunna – and don’t be surprised if you find yourself dancing your way into a moment of worship.
