Burna Boy, the Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, is set to release his seventh studio album, I Told Them…, on August 25th 2023. The album is a follow-up to his critically acclaimed Love, Damini, which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best World Music Album in 2022.
I Told Them… features 15 tracks, including collaborations with some of the biggest names in hip-hop and rap, such as 21 Savage, J. Cole, Dave, and Byron Messia. The album also showcases Burna Boy’s versatility and creativity, as he experiments with different sounds and genres, from dancehall to R&B.
The lead single from the album, Big 7, was released on July 29th 2023, and has already amassed over 10 million streams on Spotify. The song is a tribute to Burna Boy’s musical journey and his ambition to reach new heights. The music video for Big 7 features cameos from legendary artists such as RZA, Busta Rhymes, Junior Mafia, and Shameik Moore.
Burna Boy has also shared two more singles from the album ahead of its release: Cheat On Me featuring Dave, and Sittin’ On Top Of The World featuring 21 Savage. Both songs showcase Burna Boy’s lyrical prowess and his ability to blend Afrobeats with rap.
Burna Boy has been on a roll since his breakthrough in 2018 with his hit single Ye. He has since become one of the most influential and successful African artists in the world, selling out stadiums, headlining festivals, and collaborating with global stars such as Ed Sheeran, Khalid, J Balvin, and more.
I Told Them… is expected to be another milestone in Burna Boy’s career, as he continues to push the boundaries of Afrobeats and African music. Fans can pre-order the album on Apple Music. or stream it on Spotify. when it drops on August 25th 2023.
