Awuke Explained

Awuke
Cover:Awuke Davido & YG Marley.jpg
Type:single
Artist:Davido and YG Marley
Released:31 October 2024
Recorded:2024
Length:2:53
Label:Columbia
Chronology:Davido
Prev Title:Right Now
Prev Year:2024

"Awuke" is a song by Nigerian singer and record producer Davido and American singer YG Marley. It was released on 31 October 2024 by Columbia Records.[1] The song was written by Davido and Moonlight AfriQA.[2] The song reached the top ten on the US Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart.

Background

After being featured on two songs, "Joy" by Angélique Kidjo,[3] and "Right Now" by Darkoo featuring Jamaican record producer Rvssian,[4] Davido teased his new song. He first shared the snippet of the song on 1 October 2024, while celebrating Nigeria's Independence Day,[5] and again during Lauryn Hill's concert in Paris, France.[6] On 22 October 2024, he announced on X and Instagram that the song would be released on October 31, 2024.[7]

Composition

The song blends Afrobeats and Amapiano,[8] featuring sweet melodies, tunes, Amapiano whistle beats, and heavy drum bass percussion.[9] [10] It centers on admiration for a love interest, with Davido and YG Marley singing about beauty, maturation, and perseverance.[11]

Reception

Nosakhale Akhimien of Premium Times described the track as a vibrant love song and celebration of African identity. According to Akhimien, "Davido and YG Marley’s vocals create a smooth, balanced production. Davido’s delivery is confident and passionate, showcasing his signature vocal style that combines pop sensibility with Afrobeat’s rhythmic intensity. YG Marley’s addition brings a refreshing vibe."[12]

Music video

The song was released alongside its music video, which was directed by Daps.[13] The video ranked number 4 on YouTube's trending videos in Nigeria.[14]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from Spotify.[15]

Charts

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Peak
position
Nigeria (TurnTable)[16] 1

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Davido Drops His First Single of the Year, "Awuke". OkayAfrica. October 31, 2024.
  2. Web site: Moonlight AfriQA. Much love bro♥️. Blessed to be a part of OBO's amazing project. #Awuke. Twitter.
  3. Web site: Abel. Davido and Angelique Kidjo unite for 'Joy'. TRT Africa. August 28, 2024. October 31, 2024.
  4. Web site: Adeayo Adebiyi. Davido combines with Darkoo for exciting new single 'Right Now'. Pulse Nigeria. October 11, 2024. November 1, 2024.
  5. Web site: Davido Teases Fans With Snippet of First Single of 2024, Details Emerge. Legit.ng. October 1, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  6. Web site: Deborah Bodunde. Davido performs unreleased song featuring YG Marley at Lauryn Hill's Paris concert. TheCable. October 20, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  7. Web site: Musa Adekunle. "Davido announces new single, 'Awuke', featuring YG Marley. The Guardian. October 23, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  8. Web site: Davido taps Amapiano with YG Marley in 'Awuke' . Syndication. November 4, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  9. Web site: Davido drops new hit "Awuke". P.M. News. October 31, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  10. Web site: Davido And YG Marley Bring Two Cultures Together On "Awuke". Style Rave. November 1, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  11. Web site: Peter Okhide. Davido and YG Marley unite for new single 'Awuke'. NotJustOk. October 31, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  12. Web site: Nosakhale Akhimien. MUSIC REVIEW: Davido taps into Amapiano heat with YG Marley in 'Awuke'. Premium Times. November 3, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  13. Web site: Davido Shares Awuke Music Video ft YG Marley. Directed By Daps. Reggaeville. October 31, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  14. Web site: Music Videos Trending in Nigeria . K Worb. November 5, 2024. November 5, 2024.
  15. Web site: Credits. Spotify. November 5, 2024.
  16. Web site: Official Nigeria Top 100. TurnTable charts. 7 August 2024. 12 November 2024.

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