Afro-fusion virtuoso Lojay debuts his first full-length studio album, XOXO, a 14-track tapestry of romance, introspection, and rhythmic seduction. Known for his melodic prowess and genre-blending finesse, the project channels the artist’s signature smooth vocals over lush Afrobeats canvases infused with R&B flair. Executive produced by a collective including P.Priime and Rexxie, XOXO explores the ebbs and flows of love, from playful flirtations to profound yearnings, against a backdrop of vibrant percussion, ambient synths, and soul-stirring hooks that evoke late-night confessions and sun-soaked escapades. Now that Lojay finally has an album in his catalog, it’s an important milestone, and it further solidifies his place as a voice impossible to ignore in the Nigerian music space.
XOXO unfolds as a love letter in sonic form, where each track pulses with the intimacy of “hugs and kisses,” weaving narratives of desire, vulnerability, and quiet triumphs through Lojay’s velvety delivery and meticulous production. The album’s sonic palette deftly marries traditional highlife echoes with contemporary trap elements and subtle reggaeton influences, creating an immersive world that feels personal and panoramic. Standout features amplify this intimacy: Odeal’s ethereal harmonies on the sultry third track Mwah!, Feid’s Latin-infused charisma elevating Body into a cross-cultural slow-burn, Tyla’s golden vocals adding depth to the reflective Memories, and Victony’s dynamic energy igniting the anthemic Sawa. Solo cuts like Shiver” and “Jericho” showcase Lojay’s unadorned range, balancing high-energy grooves with tender ballads to deliver a zero-skips experience that honors Afrobeats’ past while charting bold new territories.
From its red-hued cover art, depicting Lojay in a dimly lit crimson chamber, to its thematic cohesion, XOXO radiates a sophisticated sensuality that has already sparked pre-release fervour across social media and streaming platforms.
Listen to XOXO here.
