"Party No Dey Stop" is a song by Nigerian singer

Adekunle Gold Adekunle Almoruf Kosoko (born 28 January 1987), known professionally as Adekunle Gold and AG Baby, is a Nigerian Afrobeats singer and songwriter currently signed to Def Jam Recordings. He gained widespread attention after releasing the 2015 hit ...

. The song was released on 15 March 2023, and features vocals from

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, as well as additional vocals from Dyo. It was released as the lead single from his fifth studio album '' Tequila Ever After'' (2023)

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ranked it #13 on its list of "The 40 Best Afropop Songs of 2023."

Background

In an interview with

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, Adekunle Gold explained that the song was initially completed before Zinoleesky’s involvement. He stated, “ ctually,the song was already done. I had finished the song in LA. Even in that form, it was a readymade banger. I already knew this was a sure one." After receiving suggestions from friends, including producer Sess, Gold decided to collaborate with Zinoleesky. The two artists met in the studio, where Zinoleesky recorded his verse, and they worked together on refining the song’s structure.Olabode, Otolorin
Adekunle Gold Wants to Be Happy Ever After

. 8 November 2023.

Composition and lyrics

"Party No Dey Stop" is a celebration of success, resilience, and living in abundance, reflecting the buzzing energy of the Agege neighborhood where both Adekunle Gold and Zinoleesky grew up. The song emphasizes their determination to rise above challenges, with faith in divine support ("Oluwa don co-sign"). The upbeat chorus highlights continuous celebration and carefree spending, symbolizing the rewards of their hard work. Despite detractors, the song’s message is about staying focused, enjoying the moment, and celebrating victories without interruption.Adebiyi, Adeayo
Adekunle Gold kicks off 2023 with 'Party No Dey Stop' featuring Zinoleesky
Pulse Nigeria. 15 March 2023.

Music video

The music video for "Party No Dey Stop," directed by Nigerian filmmaker DK, features Adekunle Gold and Zinoleesky and highlights elements of West African culture, including multicolored textiles, jewelry, and traditional garments. The visuals emphasize both artists' connection to their African heritage, following Adekunle Gold's recent signing with Def Jam Recordings. Set in the Agege neighborhood of Lagos, where both artists grew up, the video reflects aspects of Nigerian culture and the environment that shaped them.

Commercial performance

"Party No Dey Stop" made its debut at No. 1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100, marking the first No. 1 single for both Adekunle Gold and Zinoleesky. In its opening week, the track garnered 4.56 million on-demand streams and achieved 70.4 million in radio airplay. It also set a record for the highest total activity by any single in a week in 2023, surpassing the previous record held by

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. During its second week, the song retained its top position on streaming platforms, accumulating 3.12 million streams and reaching 75.2 million in radio airplay.Oriowo, Ayomide
Adekunle Gold’s “Party No Dey Stop” with Zinoleesky is No. 1 on This Week’s Nigeria Top 100, Tiwa Savage’s “Stamina” with Young Jonn & Ayra Moves to No. 4

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. 29 March 2023.Oriowo, Ayomide
Adekunle Gold’s “Party No Dey Stop” with Zinoleesky Spends a Sceond Week at No. 1, “Declan Rice” by Odumodublvck Starts at No. 8

. 3 April 2023.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

Personnel

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.'' * Adekunle Kosoko – vocals, songwriter * Azeez Oniyide – vocals, songwriter * Dayo Olatunji - additional vocals, songwriter * Udoma Peter Kelvin Amba - producer, songwriter * Ross James O'Donoghue - producer, songwriter * Michael Bakare - songwriter * Liz Robson - recording engineer * Zeus Ewarami-Yesin - recording engineer * Jesse Ray Ernster - mixing engineer * Gerhard Westphalen - mastering engineer

Release history

References

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