Nigeria, Dec. 24 -- While the loss of fame may be a profoundly challenging and isolating experience, not many are fortunate enough to be gifted with the opportunity of a second act.

So when opportunity meets viral culture, what follows is widespread attention and potential success.

In no particular order, the list below features veteran musicians whose careers experienced renewed interest in 2025.

Nigerian highlife legend and creator of the unique 'Zigima Sound', Bright Chimezie, also experienced a significant resurgence in fame during 2025.

This renewed popularity, which came with a global publishing deal, was primarily due to an acknowledgement by Afrobeats superstar Davido when he revealed that his 2025 hit single 'With You' was di...