The Lagos Life DJ Job is one of 14 careers in Lagos Life. You work at Quilox Thursday to Sunday, from 8 PM–1 AM game time, and climb five ranks from Hype Man to Global DJ. Pay starts at ₦3,000 a shift and reaches ₦62,000 at the top. Every number below comes from the game's own code.
Compare it with the other careers on the Lagos Life jobs list, or see the ranking in the best job guide.
| Workplace | Quilox |
|---|---|
| Work days | Thu–Sun |
| Shift | 8 PM–1 AM (5 game hours, about 60 real minutes) |
| Career skill | Music |
| Pay per shift | ₦3,000 to ₦62,000 |
| Best week | ₦248,000 |
| Shifts to the top | About 12 at a steady pace |
Lagos Life DJ Job Pay by Rank
| Rank | Title | Per shift | With bonus | Per week | Skill to move up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hype Man | ₦3,000 | ₦3,450 | ₦12,000 | Music 1 |
| 2 | Resident DJ | ₦6,600 | ₦7,600 | ₦26,400 | Music 3 |
| 3 | Club Headliner | ₦14,400 | ₦16,550 | ₦57,600 | Music 5 |
| 4 | Festival DJ | ₦29,000 | ₦33,350 | ₦116,000 | Music 7 |
| 5 | Global DJ | ₦62,000 | ₦71,300 | ₦248,000 | Top rank |
Win four shift quests in one shift and the shift pays 15% more (the bonus column). The governor's wages policy adds 15% on top. Getting to work costs ₦150 and needs no trip. Pay is taxed weekly, but the first ₦1,000,000 of each week is free, so dj pay alone never reaches the tax bill; see Lagos Life tax.
How to Get Promoted in the Lagos Life DJ Job
Performance starts at 50 and you are promoted when it reaches 100 at the end of a shift, as long as your Music skill is high enough for the next rank. After each promotion it drops back to 45. A good mood and the "work hard" style speed it up; skill trained outside work counts too.
| Rank reached | Shifts at a normal pace | Shifts working hard |
|---|---|---|
| Resident DJ | 3 | 2 |
| Club Headliner | 6 | 4 |
| Festival DJ | 9 | 6 |
| Global DJ | 12 | 10 |
A promotion gives the Promoted! mood boost (+30 for 24 hours) and blessings. The shift that earns it is still paid at the old rank.
Lagos Life DJ Job Quests and the Best Answers
| Quest | Answer | Odds | Skill that helps |
|---|---|---|---|
| The dance floor is dead | Drop the newest Afrobeats banger | 60% | Music |
| Play a throwback classic | 80% | — | |
| A big boy is spraying money at the booth | Play it, collect the cash | Always | — |
| Hype him on the mic instead | 60% | Charisma |
Odds rise 5% for every level of the answer's skill and with a good mood. Quests pop up a few minutes into a shift and you have two minutes to answer. Every career also gets the shared office quests listed on the jobs page.
How to Level Music Faster
Each listed hour on shift gives 0.35 Music points. For the higher ranks you will want extra training. These activities give the most points per go:
| Activity | Where | Points a go | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play the Piano | Grand Piano at home (₦12,000,000) | 1.9 | Free |
| Write a Banger Needs Music 3 | Acoustic Guitar at home (₦4,200) | 1.6 | Free |
| Host a Piano Recital Needs Music 5 | Grand Piano at home (₦12,000,000) | 1.5 | Free |
| Practice Guitar | Acoustic Guitar at home (₦4,200) | 1.3 | Free |
| Sing in the Choir | House of Grace Chapel | 0.9 | Free |
| Open Mic Performance Needs Music 2 | New Afrika Shrine | 0.9 | Free |
| Read the Fela Wall | New Afrika Shrine | 0.3 | Free |
| Sing in Shower | Rain Shower at home (₦11,400) | 0.3 | Free |
A matching trait, the Fast Learner reward, a mood above 40 and the LAPO Baby start all multiply points. More in the skills guide.
Is the Lagos Life DJ Job Worth It?
Its entry pay is the fourth-highest of the 14 careers and its top pay is the second-highest. In the first four weeks at a steady pace it pays about ₦407,000 in shifts. The DJ job has the second-best top pay, but only four night shifts a week, so the climb to the top takes longer than most.
Lagos Life DJ Job FAQ
How much does the Lagos Life DJ Job pay?
₦3,000 a shift as Hype Man, rising to ₦62,000 as Global DJ, or ₦248,000 a week at the top.
What are the DJ work hours?
8 PM–1 AM game time on Thursday to Sunday. A shift lasts about one real hour.
How do I get promoted faster?
Keep your mood up, use the work hard style, win shift quests and train Music between shifts.