Turbulence Lyrics – Wizkid & Asake | from “REAL, Vol. 1”

Wizkid and Asake summon the spirit of endless summers in “Turbulence,” a sultry Afrobeats elixir that sways between introspection and invitation—smooth, soulful, and subtly seductive.

At heart, “Turbulence Nights” is a masterstroke of modern Afrobeats, laced with shimmering percussion and airy synths that evoke humid evenings and unspoken bonds. The themes? Navigating life’s turbulence—too many lies, over-wise crowds, yet finding peace in simple joys like family ties and quiet elevation. Mood-wise, it’s balanced on a knife’s edge: celebratory yet cautious, with Asake’s raw, street-poet delivery contrasting Wizkid’s velvety croon for that perfect push-pull dynamic. Production from Magicsticks and 4tunez keeps it polished but organic, layering log drums and subtle bass swells that make every “fun mi jeje” feel like a whispered promise.

This standout arrives as the emotional core of REAL, Vol. 1, the highly anticipated joint EP from two Afrobeats titans, dropping today via Starboy Entertainment and Empire. Clocking in at four tracks, the project strips back the spectacle for something intimate—a raw exploration of authenticity in a filtered world, from the surprise lead single “Jogodo” to deeper cuts like this one. Wizkid’s vision here is collaborative alchemy, blending his global polish with Asake’s YBNL-forged fire to craft an EP that’s less about hits and more about harmony, teasing a Vol. 2 that could redefine duo dynamics in the genre.

Fresh off the January 23 rollout, REAL, Vol. 1 hit streaming platforms at midnight, already topping Nigerian charts and sparking viral dances on TikTok. The cover art—a stark, starry void—mirrors the EP’s nocturnal introspection, while early reviews hail it as a “midnight manifesto.” No lavish video drop yet, but expect visuals soon; in the meantime, hit that Spotify pre-add if you haven’t, as the full body of work promises to soundtrack the year’s first heart-to-hearts.

For Wizkid, the 35-year-old kingmaker who’s shaped Afrobeats’ worldwide takeover with Made in Lagos and Grammy nods, “Turbulence” signals a return to roots amid his globe-trotting empire-building—less experimental edges, more timeless grooves that nod to his Burna Boy-level maturity. Asake, the 27-year-old sensation who’s skyrocketed from Ogbomosho clubs to sold-out arenas with Lungu Boy and Work of Art, brings that fresh hunger, using the collab to flex his heavyweight status without overshadowing the synergy. Together, they mark a pivotal phase: Wizkid mentoring the next wave while Asake claims co-stardom, proving REAL isn’t just timely—it’s transformative in a discography dotted with solo masterpieces.

What lingers most is the track’s quiet rebellion against noise—”I no dey find wetin no concern me”—a mantra for anyone tuning out the static. In an era of oversaturated drops, this EP feels like a breath of fresh harmattan air, elevating Afrobeats beyond borders with lyrics that hit like home truths. As the duo hints at tour dates and remixes, “Turbulence” stands as their manifesto: grind, elevate, repeat.

Wizkid and Asake’s chemistry on REAL, Vol. 1 is pure magic, turning fleeting nights into forever anthems, and this track is where it all crystallizes.