Davido announces new single ‘Awuke’ featuring YG Marley

  • Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, known as Davido, teases his debut single for 2024, titled ‘Awuke.’
  • This release marks Davido’s return to solo music since his fourth studio album, Timeless, launched in 2023.
  • ‘Awuke’ is an upbeat Amapiano track, showcasing a surprising genre shift for Davido, who typically focuses on Afrobeats.
  • The single features YG Marley, the grandson of reggae icon Bob Marley.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido Adeleke has announced the upcoming release of his highly anticipated debut single for 2024, titled ‘Awuke.’

This marks his return to solo music following the launch of his fourth studio album, Timeless, in March 2023.

While Davido has been active in the music scene through various collaborations such as the popular remixes ‘Twe Twe’ with Kizz Daniel and Ogechi featuring Boypee, Hyce, and Brown Joel his last solo effort has left a significant gap for fans.

The singer’s latest venture into the Amapiano genre, a notable departure from his usual Afrobeats sound, features collaboration with YG Marley, grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley.

Davido teases fans with new track 'Awuke' featuring YG Marley

This unexpected pairing has stirred interest, particularly given Marley’s reggae roots, and fans are curious about the blend of their distinct musical styles.

Davido recently revealed that ‘Awuke’ will officially drop on Thursday, October 31, 2024.

A teaser video shared by popular celebrity blogger Tunde Ednut has already captured the attention of netizens, sparking discussions and anticipation on social media.

Netizens Reactions…

fine_gurl_micky said: “Fela pave way for Afro beat Davido wan close am.”

hrh_kingdiamond said: “Na this una wan compare with piece of my heart 😂😂😂 The difference is clear.”

iamferry_10 said: “Honestly this song no enter at all.”

pretty_prshy1 said: “So if wizkid no dey for African music na this nonsense we for they listen??.

afobaje_dreached said: “He wan wound me with hit see as I they smile 😂 wicked man @davido.”

_charleslion said: “Baba you for put option for criticism join the poll so to get the actual feedback. That would have been fair enough and help the artist in receiving the right feedback from audience. Make we no Dey package things as we take package Mr T enter office else, there won’t be room for growth and personal development.”

meliblackme: “Even if him cough or blow catarrh for the whole album we go buy am.”

big__hillz said: “Abeg abeg abeg I be Davido fan but which kind song be all this na,, you no dey sit down listen to ur song ? Abi na later e go sweet ?.”

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