The Pick: Wande Coal and Qing Spark Romance on “Dearly”
Here’s our song of the week!
Goodness Damilola Shittu
●18th February 2026
It’s the season of love, and Afrobeats Romeo Wande Coal returns to serenade love birds with an enchanting single, “Dearly.” On this love-inspired track, he calls female singer-songwriter Qing Madi for a stunning collaboration.
From timeless songs like “Ololufe,” “Superwoman,” and “Again,” that have cemented their place in Afrobeats Hall of Fame, Wande Coal has never missed creating classic love anthems. And on his latest release, “Dearly,” he reminds fans why he’s the ultimate loverboy.
On “Dearly,” Wande Coal and Qing Madi draw on deep-seated emotions of passionate love, blending lush vocals and lyricism that scream vulnerability. The duo’s captivating chemistry calls for an instant replay on the mid-tempo record.
Opening the track, Wande Coal carries immersive melodies, layered with ad-libs and falsettos, as he professes his love to his muse. He opens up about his fears about loving passionately, as he chooses to love only his muse. Yet he boldly declares his love for his beloved like a calling, making references to Disney characters Aladdin and Jasmine.
Tailing the cadence and theme, Qing Madi wields her remarkable songwriting and mellifluous vocals for a stellar verse. The “Ole” crooner is emotionally aware of the feelings, so she follows through while stripping off every restriction. Her ad-libs light up the song as the duo drives the song’s catchy chorus.
On Wande Coal and Qing Madi’s “Dearly,” the duo remind listeners why they’re both custodians of classic love anthems. In this season of love, it’s the most enchanting single released.