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Ruger teases new collaboration with Zlatan Ibile ahead of upcoming album “Blown Boy Ru“
Nigerian singer Ruger has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with rapper Zlatan, building anticipation for his highly awaited sophomore album, “Blown Boy.”
The announcement came via Ruger’s Instagram story, where he shared a sneak peek of the track, which he described as a standout on the upcoming project.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Ruger couldn’t hide his excitement about Zlatan’s contribution, revealing that he’s replayed the rapper’s verse over a thousand times. This buzz-worthy collaboration is expected to drop ahead of the album’s release, scheduled for March 2025.
“Blown Boy” follows Ruger’s 2024 joint project ‘RnB‘ with BNXN, a partnership that turned their rivalry into a creative collaboration. The new album will also include his recently released singles “Luv Again,” “Make Way,” and “Toma Toma,” which feature the iconic Tiwa Savage.
This project marks Ruger’s second major release since parting ways with Jonzing World in 2023 to establish his label, Blown Boy Imprint, sharing its name with the upcoming album.
Ruuuuuuuuuuuu ❤️ https://t.co/TqolPNimdN
— #WorldPresident 🌎 (@Zlatan_Ibile) January 21, 2025
Since his breakout in 2020 with the hit-packed EP “Pandemic,” Ruger has solidified his place as one of Afrobeats’ most dynamic talents.
Known for blending dancehall and afrobeats with a touch of R&B, Ruger has delivered timeless hits like ‘Bounce’ and “Abu Dhabi” from his debut EP and ‘Girlfriend‘ and ‘WeWe‘ from his sophomore EP. His debut LP featured the smash hit *Asiwaju*, cementing his reputation as a generational talent.
Beyond his studio success, Ruger’s electrifying live performances, often characterized by high energy and fan interaction, have further established him as a showman, particularly drawing female fans to his stage.
With ‘Blown Boy‘ on the horizon, Ruger is gearing up for a busy 2025, including a North American tour to promote the album. Fans can expect yet another chapter of hitmaking and boundary-pushing artistry from this versatile star.