Global Afropop superstar Yemi Alade has unveiled her new single, “Tomorrow,” an upbeat track that highlights the promise of a better day and the importance of embracing the opportunities each new day brings.
The song encourages listeners to trust in divine guidance from God, despite the uncertainties of the future.
Produced by Yasso, this vibrant and positive single is the first release from Yemi’s upcoming tenth album, set for release in 2024.
Ahead of the release, Yemi says, “Tomorrow is a timeless piece that honors the aspirations of the future and the ongoing pursuit of turning them into achievements. This is a dedication to all those envisioning brighter days, serving as an anthem for champions.”
Ahead of the release, Yemi says, “Tomorrow is a timeless piece that honors the aspirations of the future and the ongoing pursuit of turning them into achievements. This is a dedication to all those envisioning brighter days, serving as an anthem for champions.”
Yemi Alade is thrilled to present another tantalizing body of work. She revealed that the new album will be a fusion of diverse genres, crafted to appeal to music lovers from all corners of the world.
She says, “I created this album with the sole purpose of creating music I grew up loving and the variety I have grown to love now. I was inspired by the core African music of Highlife and different genres that got us excited as Africans.”
Yemi Alade kicked off 2024 on a high note by performing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opening ceremony. Her upcoming album will enhance her stellar discography and expand her global presence.
She is also set to headline her show at Zenith, Paris – La Villette, France, on September 21, 2024, alongside her African Train Band.
About Yemi Alade:
Yemi Alade is a Nigerian singer/songwriter renowned for her multifaceted talents, including acting and being an all-around entertainer. In 2023, she won the Best Music Video award for “Baddie” at the inaugural Trace Awards.
Yemi Alade also clinched the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) for Best Female in both 2015 and 2016.
Her discography includes ‘Mamapiano’ EP (2023), ‘African Baddie’ (2022), ‘Queendoncom’ (2021), ‘Empress’ (2020), ‘Woman of Steel’ (2019), ‘Black Magic & Deluxe Version’ (2017), ‘Mama Afrique EP’ (2017), ‘Mama Africa – The Diary of an African Woman’ (2016), and ‘King of Queens’ (2014). Yemi was also featured in Beyoncé’s compilation album ‘The Lion King: The Gift’ on the track “Don’t Jealous Me.”
Yemi Alade is the first African female Afropop star to surpass 100 million views on YouTube and VEVO with her smash hit single “Johnny,” making it one of the most viewed music videos from Africa.
In 2020, she was appointed as a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador, adding to her extensive list of responsibilities, which includes running her own charity, the James and Helen PathWay Foundation.