REAL, Vol. 1 Lyrics & Tracklist – Wizkid & Asake
Album Overview
REAL, Vol. 1 is a collaborative extended play (EP) by Nigerian artists Wizkid and Asake, released on January 23, 2026. It marks the first full project formally credited to both performers as a joint body of work. The EP follows previous successful collaborations between the pair, including tracks such as “MMS” and “Bad Girl.” REAL, Vol. 1 brings together two generations of Afrobeats artists, combining Wizkid’s international Afropop sensibilities and Asake’s street-rooted Yoruba vocal style within a cohesive four-track project.
The EP blends contemporary Afrobeats with elements of amapiano-adjacent rhythms, percussive log drums, brass arrangements, and melodic structures that reflect both artists’ Lagos heritage and global music reach. Production credits across the project lean heavily on trusted collaborators, with Magicsticks highlighted as a central figure in shaping the sonic identity of the release.
Release Information
REAL, Vol. 1 was released digitally on January 23, 2026 through Starboy Entertainment Ltd., GIRAN Republic and EMPIRE distribution. The rollout began with the surprise release of the lead single “Jogodo” on January 15, 2026, setting the tone for the EP and building anticipation through social media engagement and streaming response. The EP’s concise format clocks in at roughly ten minutes across four songs and has been distributed widely on major streaming platforms.
Musical Style
The musical style of REAL, Vol. 1 is rooted in Afrobeats, incorporating contemporary Afro-fusion elements alongside touches of amapiano and traditional rhythmic structures. Tracks like “Iskolodo” lean into mid-tempo grooves with amapiano influences, while “Jogodo” balances percussive drive with melodic interplay between both singers. “Turbulence” and “Alaye” round out the project, showcasing dynamic shifts between energetic beats and introspective moments framed by layered instrumentals. Wizkid’s smooth melodic delivery contrasts and complements Asake’s vibrant vocal energy, creating a dialogue that underscores the project’s thematic cohesion.
Tracklist
- Turbulence
- Jogodo
- Iskolodo
- Alaye
Credits
Primary Artists: Wizkid, Asake
Producers: Magicsticks (credited across multiple tracks as primary producer)
Record Labels: Starboy Entertainment Ltd., GIRAN Republic, EMPIRE
Songwriting/Composition: Wizkid, Asake, Magicsticks (and additional collaborators involved in production and arrangement)
Genre: Afrobeats, Afro-Fusion, Amapiano-influenced rhythms
Languages: English, Nigerian Pidgin, Yoruba



