Nigerian Afrobeats star Mayorkun returns with his third studio album, Still The Mayor, a 12-track showcase that reasserts his dominance in the genre. Known for his consistent hits since Eleko (2016), this project marks his most introspective and ambitious work yet.

Still The Mayor by Mayorkun

Nigerian Afrobeats star Mayorkun returns with his third studio album, Still The Mayor, a 12-track showcase that reasserts his dominance in the genre. Known for his consistent hits since Eleko (2016), this project marks his most introspective and ambitious work yet.

Blending Afropop, R&B, and Amapiano influences, the album features high-profile collaborations with Davido, Fireboy DML, Rotimi, King Promise, and more. Tracks like Innocent and Reason 2 Japa explore themes of growth, resilience, and social commentary, while Diamonds and Hold Body bring radio-ready polish.

With crisp production and layered storytelling, Still The Mayor proves Mayorkun isn’t just celebrating past success—he’s evolving the Afrobeats sound and solidifying his place at the top.

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