All you need to know about Yemi Alade’s latest album ‘Rebel Queen’

Yemi Alade, the renowned Nigerian singer and Afro Pop star, has unveiled her much-anticipated album, ‘Rebel Queen’.

This new release is being hailed as her most intentional work to date, reflecting her journey and growth as an artist.

Here’s everything you need to know about ‘Rebel Queen’:

1. Intentional Craftsmanship
– Nigerian singer and Afro Pop star, Yemi Alade, describes her latest album, ‘Rebel Queen,’ as her most intentional work.

2. Artistic Growth
– Each song on the album was carefully crafted to showcase Alade’s artistic growth, reflecting her evolution as an artist.

3. Collaborations with Icons
– The album features collaborations with iconic artists like Angelique Kidjo and Ziggy Marley, adding a unique depth to the project.

4. Highlighted Tracks
– Some of the standout tracks include ‘Tomorrow,’ ‘Kilowawa,’ ‘Peace and Love,’ ‘Carry Me,’ ‘I’m Sorry,’ ‘Chairman,’ and ‘BOP.’

5. Special Features
– Alade chose Angelique Kidjo for the song ‘#African Woman,’ describing her as an icon and a mother figure.
– Ziggy Marley was the perfect fit for ‘Peace and Love,’ given his understanding and execution of the song’s aim.

6. Thoughtful Collaborations
– The core genres and personalities of the featured artists were key considerations for Alade in her collaborations.

7. Recording Journey
– The album was recorded over several years and in different countries, adding a rich, diverse texture to the music.

8. Personal Pride
– Alade enjoyed recording ‘Rebel Queen’ the most, as it was a very intentional project and proudly her best work to date.

9. Album Release Parties
– The ‘Johnny’ crooner hosted album release parties across Paris, London, New York, and Lagos, creating exclusive experiences for music lovers and core fans.

10. Eventful July
– July was a particularly eventful month for Alade and her team, as they promoted the album with various exclusive listening events in different cities.

Yemi Alade’s ‘Rebel Queen’ album is a testament to her growth as an artist and her commitment to delivering intentional, high-quality music. Click here to download