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Maleek Berry announces debut album ‘If Only Love Was Enough’

After years of hits, heartfelt melodies, and game-changing production, Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer Maleek Berry is finally ready to deliver his long-awaited debut studio album.
Titled If Only Love Was Enough, the album is officially set to drop on Thursday, June 13, 2025 — a date now circled in the calendars of Afrobeats lovers worldwide.
The announcement via Maleek Berry’s social media channels sent waves of excitement through the music scene. Known for his signature fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and contemporary pop, Berry’s first full-length project is expected to be both a sonic journey and a personal statement.
Though the tracklist and guest features remain wrapped, fans are bracing for a deeply curated experience. With timeless records like Kontrol, Pon My Mind, and Sisi Maria already under his belt, the album promises to spotlight his evolution from a behind-the-scenes hitmaker to a front-and-centre artist with a story to tell.
As anticipation builds, industry watchers are already tipping If Only Love Was Enough to be one of the defining Afrobeats albums of 2025.
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On the ’90s Baby’ podcast, Maleek Berry recounted working with Davido when they were both emerging artists. He described their sessions at a studio in Bermondsey, London, where they recorded music together.
Berry reminisced about their time in the studio, highlighting how Davido, despite coming from a wealthy background, seamlessly adapted to the more modest lifestyle of his peers.