Nigerian music sensation Victony has been rising since his debut EP “OutLaw” propelled him into the mainstream. Now, he’s set to solidify his place among Afrobeat royalty with the release of his highly anticipated first full album, “Stubborn,” dropping on June 21st, 2024.
Fans have already been treated to a taste of the album with the release of the single “Everything” and the title track, “Stubborn.” The title track features fellow Nigerian powerhouse Asake. “Stubborn” boasts 14 tracks and offers a diverse soundscape.
Collaborations with Nigerian street hop star Shallipopi, American rapper Teezo Touchdown, and singers Shorae Moore and Saint Jhn add further flavour to the album. It creates a truly international listening experience.
Tracklist.
See you on Friday 🛡️ pic.twitter.com/NVVhNOomc8— VICTONY (@vict0ny) June 17, 2024
This debut album follows the phenomenal success of Victony’s global hit “Soweto“ with producer Tempoe. The song’s catchy melody and powerful message resonated with audiences worldwide. “Stubborn” promises to be an extension of this creative fire. Victony blends his signature artistic style with music that reflects his journey to success. The album delves into the challenges Victony overcame to reach this point in his career.
Victony has always been one to push boundaries, as his 2023 track “Ohema” had shown. This ambitious song featured over 10 artists. This includes some of the hottest names in Afrobeats, like Crayon, Bella Shmurda, and Rema. His willingness to experiment and collaborate positions Victony as a true innovator in the genre.
With “Stubborn,” Victony is poised to solidify his place as one of the most talented artists in the new generation of Afrobeats stars. Also, he would redefine the sound and direction of the genre itself. Indeed, this album is sure to be a major milestone in his already impressive career, leaving an undeniable mark on the Afrobeats landscape.