Adekunle Gold’s Fuji is a vibrant tapestry of Lagos grit and global groove, where traditional Fuji percussion collides with Afrobeats flair.
Released today, this 15-track gem demands a full spin, but if you’re cherry-picking, here are five that pulse with raw emotion and infectious energy—each a snapshot of AG’s unfiltered soul.
Big Fish
The album’s thunderous opener, a triumphant flex on rising from the depths. Talking drums mimic ocean swells under Gold’s swaggering Yoruba bars, turning personal hustle into an anthem for underdogs. It’s bold, it’s brash—pure Fuji fire to hook you from the jump.
Only God Can Save Me (feat. Davido)
A raw cry of faith amid chaos, laced with call-and-response chants that echo street sermons. Davido’s soaring hook elevates Gold’s introspective verses, blending Apala grit with Afropop shine. This one’s for late-night drives, when life’s battles feel too heavy—divine intervention in sonic form.
Bobo (feat. Lojay & Shoday)
Playful seduction wrapped in mischievous rhythms, where Fuji bounce meets modern flirtation. Gold’s smooth croon dances with Lojay’s silk and Shoday’s edge, crafting a track that’s equal parts romance and revelry. It’s the album’s cheeky heartbreaker—perfect for playlists that prioritise vibes over verses.
Believe
An empowering earworm on perseverance, with Gold channelling fatherhood’s quiet joys and losses into uplifting cadences. Subtle Tungba layers build to a euphoric chorus, making it a motivational slow-burn. If Fuji is Gold’s manifesto, this is its resilient spine—proof that belief bends but never breaks.
I’m Not Done
A defiant closer that roars longevity, fusing agidigbo slaps with R&B introspection. Gold reflects on reinvention without apology, his voice cracking with earned wisdom. It’s the emotional payoff, reminding us he’s not just surviving the game—he’s rewriting its rules.