Nigerian artists Kobi Jonz and DJ Boat drop the new Afrobeats holiday single ‘Choplife Christmas,’ produced by Darcebeat and Jafzbeat. Listen, stream, buy the track, mp3 download.
The Nigerian music landscape gains a new seasonal staple as artist Kobi Jonz and producer DJ Boat release their collaborative single, “Choplife Christmas.” The song arrives under the WeWoke Music Group and begAfrica imprint. DJ Boat, real name Collins Enebeli, commands recognition for his role in shaping the modern Afrobeats sound from Port Harcourt, having provided beats for several charting artists across the continent. His partner on this track, Kobi Jonz, built a dedicated following with a series of energetic mixtapes and street anthems that blend indigenous flows with contemporary production. Their new work, “Choplife Christmas,” merges the universal warmth of the holiday season with the specific, vibrant energy of West African celebration. The production credits list DJ Boat alongside frequent collaborators Darcebeat and Jafzbeat, a team known for crafting instrumentals that drive both radio play and club activity.
kobi jonz, dj boat choplife christmas
This release continues a tradition of Afrobeats artists creating holiday music that reflects local culture rather than imported motifs. The song explicitly frames Christmas through the popular “chop life” philosophy, a Nigerian pidgin term that advocates for enjoying the fruits of one’s labor and celebrating present blessings. Lyrics about sending money to family, avoiding drama, and gathering the “boys” for a party in the Ikate neighborhood of Lagos ground the holiday sentiment in everyday reality and aspiration. The track’s concise two-minute runtime mirrors the current trend for high-impact, streaming-focused releases. For DJ Boat and Kobi Jonz, this single represents a strategic release during a period of global attention on African pop culture, offering a festive entry point that reinforces their brand of authentic, lifestyle-driven music.
Kobi Jonz, Dj Boat – Choplife Christmas
Produced by Dj Boat, Darcebeat, Jafzbeat
25 November 2025
1 song, 2 minutes
℗ 2025 WeWoke Music Group/ begAfrica
