Ladipoe Ends Eight-Year Album Hiatus with ‘Revival’

Nigerian rapper Ladipoe has released his second studio album, “Revival,” ending an eight-year gap since his debut. The 17-track project follows 2016’s “Talk About Poe” and includes guest appearances from Teni, Pa Salieu, Gonaboy, and others.

From “Talk About Poe” to “Revival”

The album’s title is drawn from the closing track of his debut, where Ladipoe emphasized cultural impact over rap-list rankings. In the years since, the artist, who previously performed as Poe, has broadened his sound to incorporate pop and R&B while remaining rooted in hip-hop.

Tracklist and Guest Features

The project spans hip-hop, Afro-pop, Afro-house, and Amapiano influences. The full tracklist is:

• Chosen
• Amazing
• Clutch (feat. Teni)
• Many People (feat. Ema)
• Motho Waka (feat. Maglera)
• Compose (feat. Taves)
• Friend Indeed
• No Level (feat. Pa Salieu)
• Jò
• One More Time
• Road Rage (feat. Gonaboy)
• Old Ways
• Palm Trees
• Pull Up (feat. Jastin Martin)
• Deeper (feat. Majeed)
• Jah (feat. Morien)
• NBA (bonus track, feat. Ayo Maff)

Lyrical Themes and Standout Moments

On the opener “Chosen,” Ladipoe raps, “I don’t need co-signs that I’m chosen,” reinforcing a theme of self-validation. The track “Jah” traces his journey with the line, “From underrated to undeniable,” while Morien delivers a prayerful chorus. “Palm Trees” reflects on the experience of becoming a father, and “Pull Up” serves as a thematic sequel celebrating his partner. The bonus track “NBA” closes the project with Amapiano-inflected production and a hook from Ayo Maff.