Burna Boy proves he’s the king of versatility on his most daring and dynamic album yet.
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Honorable Mention. Love
I’m sorry, but anytime you give a singer a choir to work with, 80% of the time, you’re setting up a hit. And when that singer is an Afrobeats powerhouse like Burna Boy, the odds go even higher. On this track, he leans into the power of vocal layering and harmony, letting a lush choir elevate the emotional stakes. Sure, the song might be a little too soft for the thugs who chill in bandos, but for everyone else, it’s a beautiful, soul-nourishing listen that hits exactly where it needs to.
5. Change Your Mind (Ft. Shaboozey)
It’s wild to think that Burna Boy, Shaboozey, and I all share Nigerian roots—especially when you consider the sonic gap between Afrobeats, country-trap, and the toilet tunes I make. But when Burna and Shaboozey link up for “Change Your Mind,” the result is genre-blending magic.
Shaboozey absolutely steals the spotlight, opening the track with a soul-stirring chorus about healing the heartbreak he’s caused for someone. His delivery is thick with emotion, his deep tone amplified by the subtle presence of a backing choir that adds even more weight to his words.
Burna Boy follows with a heartfelt verse of his own, softening his signature gravelly voice just enough to reveal vulnerability while asking for unwavering love and loyalty.
Their chemistry feels effortless, and the track has all the makings of a Top 40 hit. White people in Tennessee are going to love this track!
4. Bundle By Bundle
In “Bundle By Bundle,” Burna Boy reflects on the money he’s stacking up, acknowledging both the problems and luxuries that come with it. Of course, he exudes confidence, portraying himself as someone who can handle everything. Have you ever noticed that Nigerians come out of the womb with muscles? It’s wild, bro.
The energy on this track is next-level. The explosive, dance-ready beat masterfully blends Afrobeats’ infectious rhythms with dramatic undertones. Burna Boy, as always, showcases his signature vocal versatility—shifting between sneaky, chill, and passionate tones. Overall, this song is a vibe and keeps his win streak of dropping party anthems alive.
3. Sweet Love
No one—not a single soul—is even attempting to make a track like “Sweet Love.” The song is powered by a breezy, reggae-inspired instrumental that feels like it was designed in a lab to relax every nerve in your body, including the one in your ass. It’s pure chill—sunset-in-Jamaica chill. Burna taps into his inner Bob Marley here, delivering a vocal performance that starts off mellow but gradually builds in intensity and heart. It’s like you can hear his emotions swell with each line.
By the end of the track, Burna’s not just singing—he’s pleading, almost on his knees through the mic, for you to understand how essential love is to him. His voice quivers with soul, like he’s willing to risk it all for this “sweet love” he’s singing about. And while this isn’t the kind of music I usually have on repeat, I have to tip my hat to the craftsmanship. It’s unique, deeply felt, and beautifully executed.
2. Update
Burna Boy is Super Saiyan when you allow him to flip a track.
In “Update,” Burna Boy taps into his signature sampling style, reminiscent of “Last Last” and “Sittin’ On Top of the World.” This time, he breathes new life into the classic “Back to Life” by Soul II Soul, blending it seamlessly with modern Afrobeats, pop, and Amapiano elements. The track showcases his dynamic vocal delivery while offering an infectious groove that’ll get you dancing like you were born to. The song is just too damn fun to listen to.
1. Come Gimmie
It’s sexy time. Burna Boy’s “Come Gimmie” is the kind of track that makes you want to dim the lights, pour something smooth, and remove your ass pants with someone who knows your Wi-Fi password and helps cover the rent. The production is elegant and dripping in R&B flavor, laced with sultry basslines and lush instrumentation that practically oozes slow-motion energy.
Burna taps into his most sensual vocal bag here, crooning with heat and intention as he details the steamy highs of a bedroom rendezvous. His delivery is filled with desire, and the chorus? Straight-up intoxicating—good luck getting it out of your head. This is the kind of song that makes you rethink that restraining order you put on your ex.
SONG-BY-SONG RATING
1. No Panic (4.5/5)
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Something I will always appreciate about Burna Boy is that he refuses to stay stagnant in his artistry. He’s not afraid to take risks, whether it’s picking up the pace in energetic tracks like “No Panic,” diving into darker, brooding territory on “No Sign of Weakness,” or channeling his inner Bob Marley with heartfelt reggae vibes on “Sweet Love.” Then there are the crossover moments like “Change Your Mind,” where he effortlessly bridges genres with artists from completely different musical worlds. What ties it all together is Burna’s lyrical consistency, touching on themes like overcoming adversity, embracing vulnerability, and standing tall in your truth.
But beyond his lyrics, what truly sets Burna Boy apart is how comfortable he sounds in every musical lane he enters. Whether he’s turning up the aggression, showing emotional vulnerability, or tapping deep into his African roots, he always feels in control and fully immersed in the moment. It’s one thing to be versatile, but it’s another to be comfortably versatile—to make each experiment sound like second nature. On this project, Burna doesn’t just showcase range; he showcases ownership. It’s arguably his most wide-ranging and confident album to date.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
