The album #ITOLDTHEM is a revelation to those who doubted the artist Burna Boy. Burna Boy once said in Pidgin “If you don’t succeed in life, you’ll have a lot to explain, no evidence!”
“It’s fun to tell people something is true, and they doubt, and they end up seeing it. Burnaboy tells Apple Music. “There’s no greater feeling.”
But we now have a Timeless Album that should be a sure bet for an Album of the Year nomination.
The Grammy Award-winning Burna Boy is a controversial figure in the Afrobeats scene who is so far mostly talked about for his iconic and energetic live performance.
Believe us when we say this Album is too good for kids. Nevertheless – they’re welcome to enjoy some Afrogbedu like “Giza” where Burna Boy called up fast-rising artist Seyi Vibez, re-inventing street pop.
Interestingly this album has been cooking for a considerable time, ever since Burna Boy signed with Atlantic Record and declared, “Leaving an Impact for Eternity, – L.I.F.E.”
He patiently waited for the opportunity to validate his prophecy from years ago.
And proudly affirming it now with “I Told Them.”
“I Told Them” feat GZA is a cliché inspired by hip-hop, reviling a glimpse of Burnaby’s future with stories from his past.
Transitioning to “On Form” Burna Boy advises not to trust no Man even when it’s your shadow,” exposing how his people turned against him.
This familiar saying is taken lightly until experienced firsthand.
The very funny thing is the second track “Normal” a track where he gave cheeky advice about dating people’s girlfriends at least, once a year. Who could be more audacious than Burna
“Tested, Approved & Trusted,’ where he lyrically suggests “Locking a girl down who Jump on him like an animal, – A playful innuendo ”
The track Sittin’ on Top of the World summarizes the feeling of success. Featuring samples from Brandy samples and a sound similar to the lively 1998 era
With all its range of emotions powerful lyrics, and motivational songs about chasing dreams and proving your unbelievers wrong, listening to “I Told Them,” from the 1st to the last track feels like reaching the end of the tunnel and finding light at last.
Burna Boy, a true African Giant is redefining a title he earned.
It’s time for African Music.
