''Emeka Must Shine'' is the third studio album by

Blaqbonez Emeka Akumefule (born 29 January 1996), known professionally as Blaqbonez, is a Nigerian rapper and singer signed to Chocolate City. Blaqbonez is popularly known for his distinct rap style as well as his creative ingenuity. In 2019, he was prof ...

. It charted on more than 20 nations' official album charts.

Background

''Emeka Must Shine'' is made up of 14 tracks and was released on 27 October 2023, under Chocolate City Music. The album is the follow up album of ''Young Preacher'' album. The album includes guest appearances from indigenous artists such as

Black Sherif Mohammed Ismail Sherif (born 9 January 2002), professionally known as Black Sherif and formerly Blacko, is a Ghanaian singer, rapper and fashion model. He initially gained popularity in 2021 with his song "First Sermon," which he released in May ...

Jeriq Jeremiah Chukwuebuka Ani (born May 6, 1999), known professionally as Jeriq, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter. He released his debut single, ''Iyoo'', in 2015. He gained local recognition with the release of his EP ''Hood Boy Dream'' ( ...

Victony Anthony Ebuka Victor (born 5 January 2001), known professionally as Victony, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper. He was born in Ojo, Lagos, he hails from the Orsu local government area of Imo State. He was influenced while growing up ...

, Odumodublvck,

M24 M24, M.24 or M-24 may refer to: Military * HMS ''M24'', a Royal Navy M15 class monitor * HMS ''M24'', Royal Swedish Navy ship, (see List of mine warfare vessels of the Royal Swedish Navy) * M24 Chaffee, an American light tank * M24 mine, an America ...

, Zlatan,

Young Jonn John Saviours Udomboso (born 16 February 1995), known professionally as Young Jonn, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer, currently signed to Chocolate City Music. He is also known for his hit singles Dada and the remix with David ...

and

Ludacris Christopher Brian Bridges (born September 11, 1977), known professionally as Ludacris (, spoken as "ludicrous" in American English), is an American rapper and songwriter. Born in Champaign, Illinois, Ludacris moved to Atlanta, Georgia, at age ...

. It also features producers such as Projexx, Masterkraft, Ramoni, and North Boi. The album is a blend of Afrobeats, hip hop, drill, R&B, and alté music. A song in the album "No Sleep $$$" featuring

peaked on the U.S. Billboard Afrobeat songs chart.

Critical reception

Adeayo Adebiyi, a music reporter for ''Pulse Nigeria'' stated that "'Emeka Must Shine' shows Blaqbonez's impressive range, but it doesn't offer the best version of either side of him. While the project might not make for a compelling listen, it makes for an enjoyable one, and this, we can say, is the purpose of a Pop leaning album."

Track listing

Charts

References

{{reflist 2023 albums Blaqbonez albums