CKay has officially entered a groundbreaking artist partnership with the renowned global record company AWAL, setting the stage for the release of his highly anticipated new EP this June 2025.
This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in CKay’s career, as he takes greater creative control while aiming for even broader international reach.
Having already amassed over 3 billion streams worldwide, secured multiple platinum certifications, and achieved chart success across numerous continents, CKay is now embracing a new partnership model designed to prioritize artistic freedom, expansive growth, and genuine authenticity.
Ckay’s EP
“This is more than just a new project,” CKay explains. “It’s the start of something much deeper. Every phase of my journey has shaped me, and now it’s time to fully own the moment.”
Excel Joab, A&R and Artist Development Lead at AWAL West Africa, expressed excitement about welcoming CKay into the AWAL family.
“He is an extraordinary talent whose global influence speaks volumes.
This partnership isn’t just about maintaining his momentum it’s about breaking new ground and elevating his artistry to unprecedented heights.”
Ben Akinbola, AWAL’s Head of Growth, added, “CKay embodies exactly the kind of artist AWAL was built to support.
His unique creative vision, entrepreneurial spirit, global fan base, and boundless ambition lay the foundation for genuine cultural impact. The music he’s about to release will truly resonate worldwide.”
Scheduled for release in June 2025, CKay’s EP, CKay The Second, builds on the success of his debut while showcasing a notable sonic evolution.
The project features a genre-fluid sound that weaves together Afrobeats, R&B, and alternative pop influences, delving into themes of love, identity, and personal growth through a fresh and introspective lens.
Inspired by a season of clarity, transformation, and newfound confidence, CKay delivers an elevated sound marked by deeply melodic arrangements and candid lyrics.
“I have always created music that feels honest—sometimes even too honest,” he shares. “This project holds nothing back. It reflects exactly where I am right now.”
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