Davido, Olamide, Kizz Daniel, and Joeboy thrill fans with new albums, new songs, and vibrant performances, redefining Afrobeats in Q2 of 2025
It was a season of musical creativity within the entertainment industry in Q2 of 2025 ⁷as the quartet of Davido, Olamide, Kizz Daniel and Joeboy have dropped high-class songs for their albums.
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Olamide
The multi-award-winning artiste, Olamide, has officially unveiled the tracklist for his highly anticipated self-titled album that was dropped on June 19.
Taking to Instagram, the Hello Habibi crooner gave fans a sneak peek at the 17-track project, which boasts a dazzling array of local and international collaborations.
The album marks a major milestone for the rap mogul, who is now releasing his 11th studio album.
With a career spanning over a decade, Olamide has carved out his place as one of Nigeria’s most influential rappers.
His previous albums, from Rapsodi and YBNL to Carpe Diem and Unruly, have consistently pushed the boundaries of sound and culture in African music.
Davido
Another high-profile Nigerian artist who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
Davido’s latest song, ‘With You,’ featuring Omah Lay and a surprise cameo by highlife legend Bright Chimezie, has set tongues wagging and already surpassed over one million views in just over 24 hours since it was released.
Davido’s With You is one of 17 tracks on his fifth studio album, 5ive.
Davido’s latest song, ‘With You,’ featuring Omah Lay and a surprise cameo by highlife legend Bright Chimezie, has set tongues wagging.
Kizz Daniel
Nigerian hitmaker Kizz Daniel has made a superb return with his 5th album, ‘Uncle K (Lemon Chase).’
The project was scheduled for release in November 2024 but was postponed after Kizz Daniel suffered some personal loss. However, it was finally released on May 24,
The 7-track feature guest verses from Odumodublvck, Bella Shmurda, Phyno, Runtown, Fola, Angelique Kidjo, and Johnny Drille.
From Woju to Buga and, more recently, Twe Twe and Marhaba, his music has not only defined moments but also influenced the direction of contemporary African music.
Joeboy
Joeboy is currently on his Lavida World Tour, bringing the magic of his music to fans across the globe with vibrant live performances.
But guess what? That hasn’t stopped the Afropop star from treating us to something extra.
He’s just dropped the visuals for “Abena,” the second track off his latest album, “Viva Lavida,” which was released in March this year.
The song captures themes of desire, admiration, and that electric feeling of connection.
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With playful lyrics and rhythmic energy, Joeboy paints a picture of his attraction to a woman named Abena, especially drawn to how she moves when she dances.
