Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid and Asake have officially reunited, delivering their long-anticipated collaborative project, REAL, Vol. 1. The four-track EP sees the Nigerian superstars leaning fully into rhythm, culture, and carefree energy, reaffirming why they remain two of the most influential voices in contemporary African music.
The release lands alongside a vibrant visual for “Turbulence,” a playful, high-energy video that finds both artists surrounded by revelry inside a maze-like setting, mirroring the song’s chaotic yet celebratory feel. Fans have been expecting this moment since the duo began teasing joint material last year, and expectations were further heightened with the recent release of “Jogodo.” The Naija pidgin anthem blends bright sax melodies with earthy, percussive rhythms, quickly resonating with listeners and surpassing 10 million Spotify streams within its first week.
Overall, REAL, Vol. 1 thrives on ease and groove. It’s a project designed for dance floors, late-night drives, and pregame playlists—unpretentious, infectious, and effortlessly cool. Tracks like “Iskolodo” stand out, riding a pulsating amapiano rhythm that carries a subtle tension beneath its smooth exterior.
Production across the EP is handled primarily by Magicsticks, Asake’s longtime collaborator, whose sonic fingerprints are unmistakable. Known for blending amapiano, fuji, hip-hop, and rock influences, Magicsticks once again delivers a polished yet experimental soundscape. Additional production support comes from 4tunez on “Turbulence” and L.O.L. on “Iskolodo,” rounding out a tightly curated project that celebrates chemistry, culture, and club-ready Afrobeats.
