This week’s New Music Friday brings an exciting mix of Afrobeats, Afro-fusion, highlife and R&B, with major releases from Victony, Timaya, Runtown, Fave, Victor AD and several rising stars. From long-awaited singles to viral TikTok hits, there’s plenty to add to your playlist.
Victony leads the pack with “Slick,” a polished Afrobeats record that had fans buzzing long before its official release. After generating significant anticipation through online snippets, the full track delivers a smooth, replay-worthy listening experience.
Fave teams up with Chike on “Miss You,” a heartfelt blend of Afrobeats and R&B taken from her 2026 EP RNBLING. The song explores themes of love and longing, with Chike’s soulful vocals complementing Fave’s emotional delivery.
Runtown returns with “Do Me,” a mellow Afropop offering produced by Fadah. Driven by a steady bassline and his signature laid-back style, the song explores vulnerability and romance without straying from the artist’s familiar sound.
One of the week’s biggest breakout records is Boy Muller’s “Gbewa.” Powered by energetic percussion and an infectious hook, the song has quickly gained momentum across TikTok, inspiring dance challenges, memes and viral user-generated content.
Emerging artist Abefe also makes an impression with “Yaweh,” a standout track from his debut EP Abefe (Begged To Be Loved). Despite its title, the song leans more toward romance than spirituality, pairing melodic Afro-fusion production with an emotive vocal performance.
Veteran hitmakers Timaya and Duncan Mighty reunite on “Kontrol,” blending Afrobeats with classic highlife influences rooted in South-South Nigerian musical traditions. Their chemistry creates a vibrant, feel-good anthem that celebrates regional sounds while remaining dancefloor-ready.
The Parlour Tapes and Ema Onigah contribute “Chance,” a melodic Afro-fusion record lifted from Onigah’s sophomore EP ITEM VII. Produced by Tuzi, the track highlights thoughtful lyricism and a relaxed delivery that rewards careful listening.
Rounding out the week’s notable releases is Victor AD’s “Level,” featuring Babyboy AV. The reflective Afrobeats collaboration focuses on gratitude, perseverance and personal growth, offering an uplifting message wrapped in smooth production.
Whether you’re looking for emotional ballads, infectious party anthems or fresh viral sounds, this week’s releases showcase the diversity and continued evolution of Nigeria’s vibrant music scene.#newsafro_
