Grammy-nominated Nigerian superstar Asake has officially announced his fourth studio album, Money, via a post on his X account. This will be his first full-length release under his independent label, Giran Republic, following his departure from YBNL earlier this year.

#MONEY THE album.

Love, $.

— ASAKE (@asakemusik) June 5, 2025

Money will follow swiftly on the heels of his critically acclaimed 2024 release, Lungu Boy, and his sophomore effort, Work of Art.

Lungu Boy saw him confidently shed the confines of a singular sound, embracing a more expansive, experimental palette. The album featured collaborations with global heavyweights like Wizkid, Travis Scott, Stormzy, Central Cee, and Ludmilla, and was lauded for its inventive production and cultural hybridity.

Given his previous adventurous endeavors and the sheer breadth of influences he’s displayed, Money leaves us wondering what new territory Asake will conquer. Will Asake further refine the audacious genre-blending that marked his last outing? Or will he re-engage with the immediacy that characterized his earlier hits, perhaps with a newfound maturity? His ability to consistently subvert expectations while maintaining a defining melodic core has cemented his status as a crucial voice in modern music. His recent single “Why Love,” a breezy Amapiano track tinged with emotional vulnerability, suggests he’s still exploring new terrain. The wait for this next installment in the Asake saga has officially begun.