Asake has revealed that his highly anticipated album ‘Lungu Boy’ will be released on August 9, 2024.
The album will feature several prominent artists, including Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, American superstar Travis Scott, and Brazilian singer Ludmila.
The announcement follows a series of collaborations from Asake, including work with Zlatan, Ayra Starr, Victony, Tems, and Central Cee.
In 2024, Asake released ‘Only Me’ and ‘Wave,’ featuring Central Cee. Both tracks will be included in the ‘Lungu Boy’ album.
Asake will embark on his ‘Lungu Boy’ tour following the album’s release, with scheduled stops at the renowned O2 Arena, where he previously headlined in 2023, and the iconic Madison Square Garden.
This tour will make him only the fourth Nigerian artist to headline the venue.
‘Lungu Boy’ marks Asake’s third album in three years, continuing his impressive streak of hits. Since his breakout, Asake’s career has been on a steady rise.
His debut album, ‘Mr. Money With The Vibes,’ won Album of the Year at the 2023 Headies Awards.
His second album, ‘Work of Art,’ featured the hit single ‘Lonely At The Top,’ which set a record for the longest-charting song on the TurnTable Top 100.
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