Michelle Alozie Stirs Reaction After Singing in Native Language: “Igbo People Won’t Like This”
- Michelle Alozie has gone viral since singing a popular Igbo gospel song after Nigeria’s victory over Zambia
- Fans praise her attempt to embrace her roots, while others jokingly critique her pronunciation of the Igbo words
- Nigeria beat Zambia 5-0 to advance to the WAFCON semi-finals against South Africa
Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie is once again in the spotlight. This time, not just for her solid performance in Nigeria’s 5-0 demolition of Zambia in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), but for her post-match celebration.
After the emphatic win that booked Nigeria a place in the semi-finals, the USA-born star was caught on video singing a well-known Igbo gospel song in an elevator.
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The video, which quickly went viral on social media app TikTok, shows Alozie smiling and attempting to sing along to the lyrics, albeit with some difficulty.
Though she appeared to struggle with pronunciation, her energy and enthusiasm lit up the video, prompting multiple reactions online.
Fans react after Alozie’s Igbo concert
Social media users were quick to flood the comments section with praise, jokes, and playful criticism.
One user posted, “Igbo people won’t like this,” referencing her off-key pronunciation in jest.
Despite the teasing, many Nigerians saw the moment as heartwarming and appreciated the effort of a foreign-raised athlete trying to stay connected with her cultural roots.
“Alozie my Love, speak on!..😂😂 speak on Baby, I can hear and understand you My forever crush🤣🤣”
Baron also posted:
“I don't know if am supposed to laugh😂”
Bright also had a laugh:
“Babe what are you saying?”
Chiboy also posted:
“You murdered the song.”
Rooted in Nigeria, raised in America
Born in La Jolla, California, Michelle Alozie is of Nigerian descent, with her family hailing from Imo State in southeastern Nigeria.
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Raised in Apple Valley, she attended Granite Hills High School and later made a name for herself in college soccer before rising through the ranks to play professionally, Afrik Foot reports.
Alozie’s journey from the U.S. to the heart of Nigerian football has been nothing short of inspiring after starring for the Super Falcons at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Though she was raised far from Nigeria, moments like this remind fans that cultural ties go beyond borders, and for many, her attempt to sing in Igbo was a touching display of pride and belonging.
As the Super Falcons of Nigeria gear up for a high-stakes semi-final clash against defending champions South Africa, Alozie’s viral elevator moment has added a light-hearted, human touch to an otherwise intense tournament.
Alozie recalls first Super Falcons camp
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Michelle Alozie has shared her experience with the Super Falcons after receiving her first call-up in 2021.
The Houston Dash defender was invited to join the squad after some players were unable to secure visas for a friendly match in the United States against Jamaica.
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