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The highly anticipated Trace Awards 2025 has unveiled its nominees, with Afrobeats sensations Rema, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr leading the pack.

The prestigious awards ceremony, set to take place on February 26, 2025, in Zanzibar, will bring together the continent's and diaspora's greatest talents.

Rema, the young superstar, has earned an impressive six nominations, including Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Music Video, Best Global African Artist, and Best Male Artist. His unique sound, captivating visuals, and chart-topping hits have earned him accolades worldwide, making him a favorite in this year's awards.

Burna Boy, the African Giant, has also secured six prestigious nominations, including Album of the Year, Best Live Performance, Best Collaboration, Best Male Artist, Song of the Year, and Best Global African Artist. Basically, his genre-defying sound, powerful lyrics, and stellar performances have cemented his status as one of the greatest African artists of his generation.

Meanwhile, Ayra Starr, the Afropop sensation, has made a remarkable impact with five nominations, including Best Female Artist, Best Global African Artist, Best Artist (Western Africa Anglophone), Best Live Performance, and Best Music Video. Her wins showcase her versatility, artistry, and ability to captivate audiences around the world.

Also, other notable nominees include Asake, Diamond Platnumz, Stonebwoy, and Tems, who are all vying for top honors in various categories. The Trace Awards 2025 will also feature a special category for Best Collaboration, with standout tracks like Tshwala Bam (Remix) and Benin Boys competing for the top spot.

Additionally, voting for the Trace Awards 2025 is now open, with fans worldwide invited to participate by casting their votes on the official website. However, winners will be determined by a combination of fan votes and expert jury decisions.

Lastly, the Trace Awards 2025 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of African music, with the continent's biggest stars gathering to honor outstanding achievements and contributions to the industry.

Here are the nominees and categories for the 2025 Trace Awards:

Here are the nominees and categories for the 2025 Trace Awards:

Song of the Year

  • Asake & Travis Scott – Active
  • Burna Boy – Higher
  • Diamond Platnumz – Komasawa
  • Rema & Shallipopi – Benin Boys
  • Tamsir x Team Paiya – Coup du Marteau
  • Tems – Love Me Jeje
  • Titom & Yuppe – Tshwala Bam
  • Tyler ICU – Mnike
  • Tyla – Jump

Best Female Act

  • Ayra Starr
  • Chelsea Dinorath
  • Josey
  • Makhadzi
  • Tems
  • Tyla
  • Yemi Alade

Best Collaboration

  • Titom & Yuppe & Burna Boy – Tshwala Bam (Remix)
  • Neyna & MC Acondize – Nu Ka Sta Para
  • Kocee ft. Patoranking – Credit Alert
  • Asake & Wizkid – MMS
  • Rema & Shallipopi – Benin Boys
  • Odumodublvck & Black Sherif – Woto Woto Seasoning
  • Tamsir & Team Paiya – Coup du Marteau

Album of the Year

  • Amaarae – Fountain Baby
  • Asake – Lungu Boy
  • Burna Boy – I Told Them
  • Josey – Vibration Universelle
  • King Promise – True To Self
  • Rema – HEIS
  • Stonebwoy – 5th Dimension
  • Toofan – Stamina

Best Male Act

  • Asake
  • Diamond Platnumz
  • Stonebwoy

Best Global African Artist

  • Rema
  • Burna Boy
  • Ayra Starr

Best Music Video

  • Rema – DND
  • Ayra Starr – Commas

Best Live Performance

  • Ayra Starr – 21: THE WORLD TOUR

Best Artist (Western Africa Anglophone)

  • Ayra Starr

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Rolling Stone has released its highly anticipated list of the Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2024, and Nigerian artist, Tems' Love Me Jeje takes the top spot, followed closely by Rema's Ozeba at number two.

Tems' Love Me Jeje was described by Rolling Stone curator Mankaprr Conteh as "sweet and sunny." The song is a reimagining of Seyi Sodimu's 1997 Nigerian hip-hop track of the same name, with Tems adding her own lovelorn lyrics and soaring vocals.

Rema's Ozeba comes in at number two, with the song's trendy and electrifying beat making it a standout track. Ayra Starr's Lagos Love Story also makes the top 10, at number 8, with her album The Year I Turned 21 showcasing her growth as an artist.

Other Nigerian artists who made the list include Ololade Asake with Active (feat. Travis Scott) at number 11, Sarz with Happiness (feat. Asake and Gunna) at number 14, Victony with Risk at number 15, Kizz Daniel with Twe Twe (feat. Davido) at number 17, Asa with Odo at number 22, Odunsi with Leather Park & Bnyx, RESURRECT at number 24, Niniola with Level at number 25, Taves with Folake at number 27, Tiwa Savage with Forgiveness at number 28, BoyPee, Brown Joel, and Hyce with Ogechi (Remix) (feat. Davido) at number 31, and Wizkid with Piece of My Heart (feat. Brent Faiyaz) at number 36.

The list, curated by Mankaprr Conteh, Nelson C.J., Achille Tenkiang, Kui Mwai, and Madzadza Miya, showcases the best in Afropop right now, with a focus on impact, regional representation, and unique musical styles.

This achievement is proof of the growing influence and popularity of Afrobeats and Nigerian music globally, with 13 Nigerian artists making the list.

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Asake makes history, surpasses Burna Boy on Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Chart https://notjustok.com/news/asake-makes-history-surpasses-burna-boy-on-billboard-u-s-afrobeats-chart/ https://notjustok.com/news/asake-makes-history-surpasses-burna-boy-on-billboard-u-s-afrobeats-chart/#respond Sat, 24 Aug 2024 16:25:35 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=465150 Nigerian music sensation Asake has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing Burna Boy as the artiste with the most entries on the prestigious Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart. Nigerian music sensation Asake has achieved a remarkable milestone with his third album Lungu Boy, debuting 9 songs on the Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart. This feat marks […]

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Nigerian music sensation Asake has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing Burna Boy as the artiste with the most entries on the prestigious Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.

Nigerian music sensation Asake has achieved a remarkable milestone with his third album Lungu Boy, debuting 9 songs on the Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart.

This feat marks a historic 50th entry for Asake, surpassing Burna Boy as the artiste with the most entries in the chart's history.

Meanwhile, the album's collaboration with Travis Scott, Active, reached number one, while other tracks like MMS featuring Wizkid, Mood, Fuji Vibes, and Suru featuring Stormzy also secured top spots. This impressive performance solidifies Asake's status as a superstar in the music industry.

Additionally, Lungu Boy has enjoyed commercial success. This equals the record for the highest-charting Nigerian album on Apple Music US chart. and reaching number one on Apple Music UK Chart. However, this achievement marks Asake's third album to reach this milestone. So, it follows his debut album Mr. Money With The Vibe and sophomore album Work of Art.

Lastly, Asake's remarkable run of hits has cemented his position as an era-defining superstar. So, his is with Lungu Boy being his third album in three years.

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The singer, in his second week on the Afrobeats chart, peaked at number one.

Nigerian ace singer and performer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has reached #1 on a United States music chart.

The YBNL-Empire artist released his new album 'Lungu Boy' on Friday, August 9, 2024, and the album has the potential to become one of his most commercially successful albums. The highly experimental album, which features Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid, American rapper Travis Scott, Brazilian songstress Ludmilla, and British rappers Stormzy and Central Cee, has been garnering significant streaming numbers and dominating charts both locally and internationally.

As momentum for the album continues to grow, 'Active,' one of the crowd favourites from the album has reached #1 on the United States Billboard Afrobeats chart. The single, which features Travis Scott initially debuted on the chart at #8 last week but has now peaked at #1 in its second week.

U.S Billboard Afrobeats chart

This achievement comes after the Neo-Fuji artiste hit other milestones, such as reaching #1 in the UK and 16 other countries with his 'Lungu Boy' album and selling out the 16,000-capacity State Farm Arena in the US, among others.

Before Asake eventually secured the #1 spot, he had previously charted impressively on the U.S. Billboard Afrobeats chart with DJ Spinall's track 'Palazzo' and his solo hit 'Terminator.'

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Asake's 'Lungu Boy' dominates TurnTable Top 100 with 5 entries https://notjustok.com/news/asakes-lungu-boy-dominates-turntable-top-100-with-5-entries/ https://notjustok.com/news/asakes-lungu-boy-dominates-turntable-top-100-with-5-entries/#respond Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:57:22 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=464851 Asake's latest album, Lungu Boy, has dominated the TurnTable Top 100 chart with an unprecedented five entries in the top 10, including a chart-topping single. This feat marks a milestone in Asake's career and solidifies his position as a leading artist in the music industry. The chart-topping single, MMS, featuring Wizkid, debuted at number one, […]

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Asake's latest album, Lungu Boy, has dominated the TurnTable Top 100 chart with an unprecedented five entries in the top 10, including a chart-topping single.

This feat marks a milestone in Asake's career and solidifies his position as a leading artist in the music industry.

The chart-topping single, MMS, featuring Wizkid, debuted at number one, while Active, his collaboration with Travis Scott, climbed to number two. Meanwhile, other tracks, Wave featuring Central Cee, Mood, and Fuji Vibes, secured spots at numbers five, seven, and nine, respectively.

Additionally, this achievement is proof of Asake's growing influence and popularity, as well as the album's commercial success. Also, Asake's Lungu Boy has broken records on Spotify Nigeria. This is with the biggest opening week and largest opening day global streams for a Nigerian album. Lastly, Asake's sophomore album, Work Of Art, also secured a spot in the top 10, further highlighting his impact on the music scene.

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Asake praises producer Sarz, reveals story behind 'Active' featuring Travis Scott https://notjustok.com/news/asake-praises-producer-sarz-reveals-story-behind-active-featuring-travis-scott/ https://notjustok.com/news/asake-praises-producer-sarz-reveals-story-behind-active-featuring-travis-scott/#respond Sun, 11 Aug 2024 11:06:15 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=463538 Nigerian singer, Asake, has showered praise on renowned producer, Sarz, during a recent Instagram Live Question and Session. When asked about his experience working with Sarz, Asake described it as a "privilege" and expressed his admiration for the producer's talent. Aditionally, Asake revealed that Sarz produced his hit single Active featuring Travis Scott, sharing the […]

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Nigerian singer, Asake, has showered praise on renowned producer, Sarz, during a recent Instagram Live Question and Session.

When asked about his experience working with Sarz, Asake described it as a "privilege" and expressed his admiration for the producer's talent.

Aditionally, Asake revealed that Sarz produced his hit single Active featuring Travis Scott, sharing the story behind the song's creation. According to Asake, the beat was played during a visit to Sarz's house, and the lyrics "O men, I'm active" immediately came to mind. Despite initial reservations, Asake trusted the process, and the song has since become a huge success.

Meanwhile, Asake's praise and glowing endorsement of Sarz highlights the importance of collaboration and chemistry in music production.

Furthermore, the Q&A session offered a rare glimpse into Asake's artistic approach and his reverence for Sarz's production expertise.

Also, fans and industry professionals alike will be eagerly anticipating future collaborations between these two Nigerian music heavyweights.

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Asake breaks Omah Lay's 2-year Spotify record with Travis Scott collab 'Active' https://notjustok.com/news/asake-breaks-omah-lays-spotify-record-with-active/ https://notjustok.com/news/asake-breaks-omah-lays-spotify-record-with-active/#respond Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:32:14 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=463126 The Afrobeats superstar has started building the perfect and much needed momentum for his sophomore album, 'Lungu Boy.' Nigerian ace singer and performer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has beaten his colleague Omah Lay's record on music streaming app Spotify with his latest single, 'Active.' The YBNL-Empire artiste who recently announced his third studio album 'Lungu […]

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The Afrobeats superstar has started building the perfect and much needed momentum for his sophomore album, 'Lungu Boy.'

Nigerian ace singer and performer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has beaten his colleague Omah Lay's record on music streaming app Spotify with his latest single, 'Active.'

The YBNL-Empire artiste who recently announced his third studio album 'Lungu Boy', which is expected to feature heavyweights like Wizkid, Stormzy, and others, decided to surprise his fans with a last-minute-before-the-album release. The unexpected release was his song with American superstar Travis Scott titled 'Active,' which dropped on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, alongside its official video.

READ ALSO - Rema reveals his favourite social media app and why he loves it

In an interesting show of dominance, Asake's 'Active' produced by Nigerian heavyweight producer and DJ, Sarz, went on to dethrone colleague Omah Lay by becoming the biggest debut for an Afrobeats song in Spotify history after it racked up 1.56 million streams on the first day and was #108 on the global Spotify chart. Omah Lay & Justin Bieber's 'Attention' formerly held the record after the song racked up 1.53 million on its first day when it was released in 2022. The two-year reign was finally halted yesterday, August 7, 2024.

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Asake and Travis Scott's 'Active' tops Nigeria Apple Music Charts https://notjustok.com/news/asake-and-travis-scotts-active-tops-nigeria-apple-music-charts/ https://notjustok.com/news/asake-and-travis-scotts-active-tops-nigeria-apple-music-charts/#respond Thu, 08 Aug 2024 11:03:47 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=463114 The collaborative single Active by Nigerian singer Asake and American rapper Travis Scott has reached the number one spot on Nigeria's Apple Music top songs chart. This feat marks a significant milestone for Asake, who has been making waves in the Nigerian music industry with his unique sound and style. The collaboration with Travis Scott, […]

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The collaborative single Active by Nigerian singer Asake and American rapper Travis Scott has reached the number one spot on Nigeria's Apple Music top songs chart.

This feat marks a significant milestone for Asake, who has been making waves in the Nigerian music industry with his unique sound and style. The collaboration with Travis Scott, a renowned international artist, has further solidified Asake's position as a rising star in the music industry.

Meanwhile, the success of Active on the Apple Music chart is proof of the song's popularity and the growing fanbase of Asake and Travis Scott in Nigeria. Also, the song's catchy beat and memorable lyrics have resonated with music lovers across the country. It has propelled it to the top of the charts.

Additionally, this achievement is a significant milestone for Nigerian music, showcasing the country's growing influence on the global music scene. Lastly, Asake and Travis Scott's Active is a must-listen for music enthusiasts. So, its success is a clear indication of the exciting times ahead for Nigerian music.

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Active Lyrics by Asake Feat. Travis Scott https://notjustok.com/lyrics/active-lyrics-by-asake-ft-travis-scott/ https://notjustok.com/lyrics/active-lyrics-by-asake-ft-travis-scott/#respond Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:35:23 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=462935 Asake and Travis Scott Lyrics Asake builds anticipation for his upcoming album by teaming up with Travis Scott on the release of "Active," explore the song's lyrics below to familiarize yourself. Active also samples the beats and vocals of legendary fuji musician, Adewale Ayuba. Asake & Travis Scott - Active Lyrics Chorus: AsakeOh man, I'm […]

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Asake and Travis Scott Lyrics

Asake builds anticipation for his upcoming album by teaming up with Travis Scott on the release of "Active," explore the song's lyrics below to familiarize yourself. Active also samples the beats and vocals of legendary fuji musician, Adewale Ayuba.

Cover art for Active by Asake featuring Travis Scott
Active Cover Art

Asake & Travis Scott - Active Lyrics

Chorus: Asake
Oh man, I'm active
Oh man, I'm active
Oh man, I'm active
Oh man, I'm active

Refrain: Adewale Ayuba
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo, maajo
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo, fine girl

Verse 1: Asake
Gbemi dele oh, gbemi debe oh (Debe oh)
Two shot, to ma gbemi debe oh (Debe oh)
Too sure, iwo gan ma debe oh
Straight forward, I no get K-leg (Debe oh)
Oh, yeah, yeah, kosepe oh
24/7, me dey I here oh
You no strong, make you dey for daycare oh
Mo n gbona, orimi dey there oh
Kampe oh, kampe oh (Active)
Moduro, moduro, kampe oh
Otipẹ ti moti sanle oh
I've been active, aja mi sare oh
Sare oh, sare oh (Active)
Mogbe won, mogbe won, sare oh
Eyin t'emi eje ka jaiye oh
Aye kan lowa, ko sa ye oh

Chorus: Asake & Adewale Ayuba
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl

Verse 2: Travis Scott
Ah, yeah, this— shit
Left your section to come to— shit (It's lit)
That ain't your bitch, that's— bitch (Oh)
If you don't like it, you can suck— dick
I just hopped off from the PJ, from the H to Ikeja (Uh)
Got a fetish for the money, yessir (Yeah)
If she thick, then I wanna pay her (Ooh)
Bring more naira, I do it major (Let's go)
And I'm outside with the tribe (Yeah)
Gang activity outside (Gang)
Please believe I done seen the other side (Bang)
Remember all we had to be was alive (Hey)
Now I got twenty Vs in garage
Each house, beach house, overseas and a lodge
That was thirty mgs, every P, I prescribed
You can see it in my eyes, don't bother me (Yeah)
I be in the streets on ten when I'm high

Chorus: Asake & Adewale Ayuba
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl
Maajo
Oh man, I'm active
Maajo, fine girl

Outro: Asake
And if you wish me bad, I swear na back to sender
Shey jeje l'omo eko mi n lo, emi o bother
And if my success dey disturb you, go recover
If e no be money, no dey call me, no disturbance
I'm alright, I'm alright
Check your time, check calendar
I'm alright, I'm alright
Check your time, check calendar

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Nigerian superstar Asake has dropped a new single titled Active, featuring American hip-hop star, Travis Scott. The track is part of his highly anticipated third studio album, Lungu Boy, scheduled for release this Friday.

Active is a high-energy collaboration that seamlessly blends Afrobeats and hip-hop, showcasing the unique sides of both artists. Asake's infectious melodies and energetic delivery complement Travis Scott's usual style, creating a dynamic track.

The song's release comes on the heels of the album's tracklist announcement, which revealed a star-studded lineup including Wizkid, Stormzy, and Central Cee. With Active setting the bar high, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of the complete album.

The music video for Active is also ready, it'll further enhance the song's acceptance and visual appeal. Asake continues to shine in the music scene, and Active is yet another testament to his ability to create bangers!

Active is produced by the one and only Sarz.

Listen to Active here.

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Can Asake attain the "Holy Trinity" with upcoming album 'Lungu Boy' https://notjustok.com/article/asake-holy-trinity-with-album-lungu-boy/ https://notjustok.com/article/asake-holy-trinity-with-album-lungu-boy/#respond Mon, 05 Aug 2024 15:45:49 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=462560 The YBNL-Empire buzzing artiste in an attempt to achieve a trifecta victory, is about to release his fourth project and third album in the span of three years. Nigerian ace singer and performer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has announced his third studio album, and the frenzy of another project by the Neo-fuji act has instantly […]

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The YBNL-Empire buzzing artiste in an attempt to achieve a trifecta victory, is about to release his fourth project and third album in the span of three years.

Nigerian ace singer and performer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has announced his third studio album, and the frenzy of another project by the Neo-fuji act has instantly taken the air.

Asake, who was signed by Nigerian ace rapper Olamide in 2022, immediately set the ball rolling with a self-named EP 'Ololade,' after which he followed with his debut album 'Mr. Money With The Vibe' later in the same year. Just like the early days of his label boss, Asake has gone on to release projects every year since signing, with another studio album scheduled for release this Friday, August 9, 2024, which features heavyweights like Nigeria's Wizkid, American rapper Travis Scott, British's Stormzy, and Brazilian singer-songwriter Ludmilla on the 15-track project. 

What is this "holy trinity" talk about?

Holy trinity being a Christian belief that prophesies the unity of God the Father, the Son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit conceptualises equality, stating that the three heads of the Trinity come from a single source. As an allusion to this concept, the "holy trinity" in this article allude to a creative work being of the same spectrum or quality even though created in differently. 

Like many greats who have not just shown consistency but consistency in quality as regards churning out albums, Asake, having released two exciting albums, is on the verge of achieving the "holy trinity," or what many might know as a three-peat or trifecta.

Citing other fields, Real Madrid achieved a "holy trinity" by becoming the first club in modern football to win three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles: 2015/16, 2016/17, and 2017/18. Lionel Messi with his Ballon d'Or run in 2009, 2010, 2011, Larry Bird with his NBA MVP run from 1983-1986, Tiger Woods winning the U.S. Amateur with his 1994, 95, 96 run, amidst others. All of these greats have shown excellence by doing it not just once or twice but propelling themselves into the hall of fame of the greats by doing it three times in a row.

For an artiste to achieve a "holy trinity," the released albums have not only to be of quality in terms of themes, cohesion, delivery, and a lot of other technical qualities, but also have to be commercially successful and accepted by the public.

To give context, some of the Nigerian artistes that have achieved a trifecta include P-Square with their albums 'Get Squared (2005)', 'Game Over (2007)', and 'Danger (2009)'. Olamide with 'YBNL (2012)', 'Baddest Guy Ever Liveth (2013)', and 'Street OT (2014)'. Burna Boy with 'Outside (2018)', 'African Giant (2019)', and 'Twice as Tall (2020)'.

Brymo with 'Oso (2018)', 'Yellow (2020)', and 'Esan (2021)'. ShowDemCamp with 'Palmwine Music 1 (2017)', 'Palmwine Music 2 (2018)' & 'Clone Wars IV: "These Buhari Times" (2019)'. Kizz Daniel with 'New Era (2016)', 'No Bad Songs (2018)', and 'King of Love (2020)'. Falz with 'Stories that Touch (2015)', 'Chemistry (2016)', and '27 (2017)'. M.I. Abaga with 'Talk About It (2009)', 'MI 2: The Movie (2010)', and 'The Chairman (2014)'. 2baba with 'Face 2 Face (2004)', 'Grass to Grace (2006)', and 'The Unstoppable (2009)'. Reminisce with 'Alaga Ibile (2013)', 'Baba Hafusa (2015)', and 'El Hadj (2016)'. Other artistes like Fela, Lagbaja, Sunny Ade, and a slew of others have also achieved this feat. 

Asake's Album performance so far

After watering the floor with a 4-track EP 'Ololade' which was an introductory project for a wider audience that saw a fresh neo-fuji yet urban Asake with introspective songs like 'Trabaye' and 'Baba God' and smash tunes like 'Sungba' and 'Omo Ope', Asake went on a spree of smash songs, arguably one of the greatest run the modern Nigerian scene has ever seen (2019 Naira Marley in mind). An insane run of 'Omo Ope', 'Sungba', 'Sungba '(Remix)', Bandana, Joha, Organize 'Palazzo', and 'Peace Be Unto You', 'Terminator', which gave the world an impressive solo run that saw him bag the sought-after number one on Nigeria's Apple music chart with six records—the highest a Nigerian artiste has ever achieved.

Making his presence known with this insane run already, the YBNL act cemented his stay in the hearts of people with his debut album 'Mr. Money With The Vibe' released in August 2022. The debut, which was an instant favourite due to the appealing singles that had been dropped off the project already garnered momentum, and continue on that path. The album debuted #1 on streaming charts across Nigeria as well as #66 on the Billboard 200. Although many might argue that 'MMWTV' was largely a compilation of smash tunes, it still had exciting mid-tempo gems like 'Dull, 'Nzaza', 'Ototo' etc., which brought balance to the project, showing the artist's versatility. The singer eventually went on tour with the album, selling out the 02 Academy Brixton Arena consecutively for three days.

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On June 15, 2023, Asake followed with his sophomore album 'Work of Art,' a 14-track highly cohesive album. Taking a different approach from the previous year and project, the fans didn't get to enjoy a lot of lead singles before the album. The singer dropped an African folk-inspired 'Yoga' that initially got mixed reactions due to how foreign it might have been to the "energectic" Asake brand. '2:30' & 'Amapiano', which featured label boss Olamide, followed to easily track back to the familiar brand.

However, on the album 'Work of Art', as Asake penned on the 6th track 'Basquait," the singer made it known that indeed he is a "walking poetry" and "a work of art." Unlike 'MMWTV', which was heavily hit-based, 'WOA' sees a much freer, experimental, and intentional Asake who has had a lot of time to reflect and shake off pressure.

On this sophomore album, he dictated the flow of music at his own will, and it made it a more cohesive and quality album than his debut album. Documenting the hand of God on his life in the intro 'Olorun,' to the optimism of the sun shining on everything we do on 'Sunshine,' to the infectious 'I believe' themed on breakthrough, to the soul-stirring love tune 'Remember' and the commercially successful 'Lonely at the Top'. The album was the perfect sophomore that showed confidence, comfort, and growth as a creator. Asake went on to tour the world with this album, including selling out the iconic 20,000-capacity 02 Arena in the United Kingdom.

What does the future hold?

Having secured two successful albums in the bag, post-WOA has been filled with features; his appearances on Sarz's 'Happiness', Ayra Starr's 'Goodbye', Tems' 'Get it Right', Victony's 'Stubborn', Olamide's 'Uptown Disco', and Ashidapo's 'Brother' have all been very impressive, with the Tems and Olamde feature being the least lauded.

Asake opened his 'Lungu Boy' page with an amapiano-infused pop tune collab with British ace rapper Central Cee and is set to close the page with a trifecta in his career.

Of course, the 29-year-old has shown consistency over the years and has equally shown qualities that allude towards achieving this remarkable feat, but only his performance on the upcoming project will either achieve or mar this attempt.

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Afrobeats sensation, Asake, will thrill fans worldwide with the release of his third studio album, Lungu Boy, this Friday.

The Lungu Boy album will be released on Friday, August 9, 2024. The highly anticipated project features a star-studded lineup of international collaborators. The 15-track album boasts an impressive array of features, including Nigerian superstar Wizkid, American hip-hop giants Travis Scott, British rappers Stormzy and Central Cee, and Brazilian singer LUDMILLA.

Asake also already started the Lungu Boy tour promotion while he was performing at other places. As the release date draws near, anticipation for Lungu Boy is reaching a fever pitch. Fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to immerse themselves in Asake's latest musical offering.

Will Lungu Boy surpass the success of his previous albums?

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Travis Scott vibes to his Asake featured song in club https://notjustok.com/news/travis-scott-vibes-to-his-asake-featured-song-in-club/ https://notjustok.com/news/travis-scott-vibes-to-his-asake-featured-song-in-club/#respond Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:58:44 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=459521 Renowned American rapper Travis Scott was recently spotted enjoying a night out at a club, where he was seen vibing to his latest song with Nigerian artist Asake. The unreleased record, which features the two music heavyweights, has been generating buzz in the music industry, and it appears that Travis Scott cannot get enough of […]

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Renowned American rapper Travis Scott was recently spotted enjoying a night out at a club, where he was seen vibing to his latest song with Nigerian artist Asake.

The unreleased record, which features the two music heavyweights, has been generating buzz in the music industry, and it appears that Travis Scott cannot get enough of it.

While in a video circulating on social media, Travis Scott can be seen dancing and singing along to the song. Also, he was clearly enjoying the infectious beat and Asake's distinctive vocals. Meanwhile, the club appearance comes as Travis Scott prepares for the release of his upcoming album, which is highly anticipated by fans worldwide.

However, the collaboration with Asake marks a significant moment in the fusion of African and American music. Also, it showcases the growing influence of Afrobeats on the global music scene. Lastly, Asake's unique sound and Travis Scott's energetic flow are sure to make the song a hit. Fans are eagerly awaiting its official release.

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Odumodublvck and Travis Scott link up in London https://notjustok.com/news/odumodublvck-and-travis-scott-link-up-in-london/ https://notjustok.com/news/odumodublvck-and-travis-scott-link-up-in-london/#respond Thu, 11 Jul 2024 16:31:52 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=459192 Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has been spotted linking up with American hip-hop superstar Travis Scott in London. Meanwhile, this has fueled speculation of a potential musical collaboration between the two artists. The unexpected meeting has generated significant buzz in the music industry. Also, fans and critics alike are eagerly anticipating a possible joint project. While details […]

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Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has been spotted linking up with American hip-hop superstar Travis Scott in London.

Meanwhile, this has fueled speculation of a potential musical collaboration between the two artists.

The unexpected meeting has generated significant buzz in the music industry. Also, fans and critics alike are eagerly anticipating a possible joint project.

While details of the meeting remain scarce, sources close to the situation suggest that the two rappers may be cooking up something special for their fans.

Also, Odumodublvck's unique blend of Afrobeats and hip-hop, combined with Travis Scott's genre-bending style, could result in a groundbreaking and refreshing sound.

However, as the music world waits with bated breath for an official announcement, one thing is certain. That thing is, the meeting of these two talented artists has the potential to produce something truly special.

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South African sensation, Tyla has made history by securing a UK platinum plaque for her viral hit single Water, which has taken the global music scene by storm since its release in July 2023.

The amapiano-inspired track not only garnered widespread popularity but also earned Tyla a coveted spot in music history. Recently unveiled on NotjustOk's Instagram page on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Water attained UK platinum certification, showcasing its infectious beats and universal appeal. The song has also made its mark on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Tyla's status as the youngest South African and the first South African soloist in 55 years to grace the prestigious chart.

Originally inspired by Tyla's Johannesburg roots, Water gained immense traction on TikTok, where its accompanying dance routine captivated audiences worldwide. The track's success reached new heights when renowned artist Travis Scott collaborated on a remix, further elevating its international reach.

Water serves as the lead single from Tyla's recently released self-titled debut album, a deliberate choice reflecting her desire for a clean introduction to the world. The album features other well-received tracks such as Butterflies, Truth Or Dare, and On and On, generating excitement among fans and the music industry alike.

As Tyla continues to ride the wave of success with Water and her debut album, Tyla anticipation mounts for the next chapter in her burgeoning career. With her unique sound and undeniable talent, Tyla is poised to leave an indelible mark on the global music scene.

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DJ Maphorisa teases remix of Tyla's 'Water' in live session https://notjustok.com/news/dj-maphorisa-teases-remix-of-tylas-water-in-live-session/ https://notjustok.com/news/dj-maphorisa-teases-remix-of-tylas-water-in-live-session/#respond Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:01:59 +0000 https://notjustok.com/?p=443824 South African DJ and producer, Uhuru Themba Sekowe, widely known as DJ Maphorisa, has sparked excitement among music enthusiasts with a preview of his remix of Water by Grammy-winning South African artist, Tyla. During a live session with his fans on Monday, March 25, 2024, DJ Maphorisa, accompanied by someone else in the frame, shared […]

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South African DJ and producer, Uhuru Themba Sekowe, widely known as DJ Maphorisa, has sparked excitement among music enthusiasts with a preview of his remix of Water by Grammy-winning South African artist, Tyla.

During a live session with his fans on Monday, March 25, 2024, DJ Maphorisa, accompanied by someone else in the frame, shared a glimpse of the remix while vibing to its infectious beats.

In the live session, DJ Maphorisa exuded enthusiasm as he showcased the revamped version of Water, dancing stylishly and visibly enjoying the creative process. The preview of the remix shows DJ Maphorisa's admiration for Tyla's original track, which gained significant recognition, including a Grammy nomination in a new category.

Tyla's song Water has been making waves since its release, further solidified by an official remix featuring American rapper, Travis Scott in November 2023. DJ Maphorisa's remix adds to the celebration of Tyla's success, highlighting the widespread embrace of her music within South Africa and beyond.

Despite the anticipation surrounding DJ Maphorisa's remix, details regarding its official release date remain undisclosed at this time. However, the preview serves as evidence of the collective pride and support for Tyla's achievements within the South African music industry.

Fans eagerly await further updates on the release of DJ Maphorisa's remix, anticipating another stellar rendition of Tyla's acclaimed track Water to captivate audiences once again.

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