In a captivating glimpse into the future of Afrobeats, Nigeria’s music sensation Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has taken the world by storm with the release of his highly anticipated seventh studio album titled ‘I Told Them‘. The album drop comes just over a year after his summer 2022 release, ‘Love Damini‘
‘I Told Them’ is a courageous venture into a side of Burna Boy that fans have yet to fully explore. In a recent interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, which aired on Tuesday (August 22), Burna Boy shared, “This is a side where people don’t really get to see because I don’t really care for anyone to see.” This enigmatic statement raises anticipation for the album’s contents, hinting at a deeply personal and introspective journey awaiting listeners.
The album features a captivating array of tracks, four of which were previously released as singles. These include “Sittin’ On Top Of The World,” a collaboration with the renowned 21 Savage, the anthemic “Big 7,” and “Talibans II,” which serves as a captivating remix of Byron Messia’s “Talibans.” Notably, “Cheat On Me,” a recent drop featuring Dave, further showcases Burna Boy’s ability to effortlessly fuse genres and collaborate with diverse artists.
One of the standout collaborations on the album is the presence of hip-hop heavyweight J. Cole on the track “Thanks.” Additionally, ‘I Told Them‘ features a double dose of Wu-Tang Clan magic with GZA lending his lyrical prowess on the album’s title track, while RZA contributes his unique energy to the enthralling track “Jewels.”
With its captivating blend of genres, heartfelt lyricism, and stellar collaborations, ‘I Told Them‘ is more than just an album; it’s a window into Burna Boy’s artistic vision, passions, and the uncharted territories he’s eager to explore.
Listen Below:
The album:
- Told Them feat. GZA
- Normal
- On Form
- Sittin’ On Top Of The World feat. 21 Savage
- Tested, Approved & Trusted
- Cheat On Me feat. Dave
- Virgil
- Big 7
- Dey Play
- City Boys
- Giza feat. Seyi Vibez
- Jewels feat. RZA
- If I’m Lying
- Thanks feat. J. Cole
- Talibans II with Byron Messia