Nigerian Afrobeats star Fireboy DML has dropped his much-anticipated fifth studio album, “ZUKO!” A 13-track project, the album features the musical versatility of the singer, ranging in sounds from Afrobeats, R&B, Jamaican dancehall and South African-inspired rhythms.
It is his first full project since Adedamola’s arrival in 2024, and the album will be released via YBNL Nation and EMPIRE on October 16, 2026.
ZUKO! features a hefty list of collaborators including Nigerian singer Lojay, Jamaican dancehall star Masicka, Judah Earl and South African artists JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela.
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The project blends emotional storytelling, romantic melodies, spiritual reflections and energetic rhythms, providing listeners a broad perspective on the singer’s developing musical direction. Tracks like “CLAAT!” and “IMALI” gave a taste of the album’s eclectic sound before its full release.
The album title also pays tribute to Prince Zuko, the character of Avatar: The Last Airbender whose character arc is one of identity, personal growth and redemption.
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Fireboy DML’s new project has 13 tracks featuring collaborations from different musical backgrounds and it is the artist’s way of expanding his sound while keeping the expressive vocals that have helped him carve a niche for himself in the Nigerian music industry.
Fireboy DML – ZUKO! Album Tracks
- DEAR FATHER (with Judah Earl)
- BY FIRE!
- CLAAT! (featuring Masicka)
- GODDESS (ft. Lojay)
- C’EST LA VIE
- IMALI (feat. JAZZWRLD & Thukuthela)
- ONE REGIMENT MAN
- KILOWI
- ONAZO!
- SEX LOVE TRUST UNDERSTANDING
- LIGHT OF THE DAWN
- MIMI NA WE
- FIGHTING
For lovers of Afrobeats, contemporary R&B and global African music influences, ZUKO! is a project to check out from Fireboy DML. Listen to the full album on all the major music streaming platforms.
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