Nigerian music heavyweights Olamide and Wizkid have joined forces for their highly anticipated single Kai!. The track marks Olamide’s second release of the year, following his freestyle Idan Buruku, and serves as the lead single for his forthcoming album. The new collaboration, their fourth together after hits like Omo To Shan (2011), Kana (2018), and Totori (2019), blends Olamide’s street-hop energy with Wizkid’s smooth Afrobeats finesse, delivering a potential smash.
Kai! is a feel-good Afrobeats tune. The song features a pulsating beat that merges Olamide’s signature street vibe with Wizkid’s melodic flow, creating a dancefloor-ready track that captures the essence of both artists at their peak. Olamide kicks off with his commanding Yoruba-laced verses, longing for his love interest while dubbing himself as “Mr Romantic.” Wizkid follows with a stellar verse, his silky vocals, with fans on social media already lauding his contribution as “goated.” The chemistry between the two is electric, with their contrasting styles—Olamide’s delivery and Wizkid’s laid-back charm—blending seamlessly to create a luxurious, replay-worthy vibe.
For Olamide, born Olamide Adedeji, Kai! further exhibits his status as a pioneer in Nigerian street-hop, following a career that includes 10 studio albums and hits like Infinity with Omah Lay. Wizkid brings his global star power to the track, fresh off his 2024 album Morayo and a Grammy nomination for his feature on MMS with Asake. Their history of creating magic together—from Kana’s 8.6 million YouTube views to Omo To Shan’s early 2010s impact—sets a high bar, and Kai! largely delivers, even if some fans feel it falls short of their all-time best. As Olamide gears up for his next album and Wizkid continues to dominate globally, Kai! stands as a testament to their enduring influence in Afrobeats, bridging the streets of Lagos with the world stage.
Listen to Kai! here.
