"Awuke" | ||||
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Single by Davido and YG Marley | ||||
from the album 5ive | ||||
Released | 31 October 2024 | |||
Recorded | 2024 | |||
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Length | 2:53 | |||
Label | Columbia | |||
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"Awuke" on YouTube |
"Awuke" is a song by Nigerian singer and record producer Davido and American singer YG Marley. It was released on 31 October 2024 by Columbia Records. [1] The song was written by Davido and Moonlight AfriQA. [2] The song reached the top ten on the US Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart.
After being featured on two songs,"Joy" by Angélique Kidjo, [3] and "Right Now" by Darkoo featuring Jamaican record producer Rvssian, [4] Davido teased his new song. He first shared the snippet of the song on 1 October 2024,while celebrating Nigeria's Independence Day, [5] and again during Lauryn Hill's concert in Paris,France. [6] On 22 October 2024,he announced on X and Instagram that the song would be released on 31 October 2024. [7]
The song blends Afrobeats and Amapiano, [8] featuring sweet melodies,tunes,Amapiano whistle beats,and heavy drum bass percussion. [9] [10] It centers on admiration for a love interest,with Davido and YG Marley singing about beauty,maturation,and perseverance. [11]
Nosakhale Akhimien of Premium Times described the track as a vibrant love song and celebration of African identity. According to Akhimien,"Davido and YG Marley’s vocals create a smooth,balanced production. Davido’s delivery is confident and passionate,showcasing his signature vocal style that combines pop sensibility with Afrobeat’s rhythmic intensity. YG Marley’s addition brings a refreshing vibe." [12]
The song was released alongside its music video,which was directed by Daps. [13] The video ranked number 4 on YouTube's trending videos in Nigeria. [14]
Credits adapted from Spotify. [15]
Chart (2024) | Peak position |
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Nigeria ( TurnTable ) [16] | 1 |
UK Afrobeats (OCC) [17] | 2 |
US Afrobeats Songs ( Billboard ) [18] | 9 |
US Rhythmic ( Billboard ) [19] | 31 |