The Afrobeats world lit up on Thursday, December 5, 2025, as Wizkid and Asake officially confirmed that they are teaming up for a joint project titled Real Vol. 1.
The news dropped during an exclusive Apple Music Radio takeover, finally putting an end to weeks of fan speculation and social media rumors.
This collaboration is more than just a headline; it’s a defining moment for Nigerian music. On one side, there’s Wizkid, Africa’s global superstar, whose smooth, international Afropop sound has become synonymous with Afrobeats’ worldwide appeal.
On the other hand, there’s Asake, the street-savvy hitmaker, whose signature fusion of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and high-energy choir-driven hooks has made him one of the genre’s most consistent chart-toppers.
Speaking live on the Apple Music show, the duo teased that Real Vol. 1 could be just the beginning, hinting at a potential series of collaborative releases.
While they kept details like the tracklist and release date under wraps, the announcement alone sent the internet into a frenzy.
Fans already have high expectations, given the chemistry the pair demonstrated on previous collabs, most notably Asake’s MMS from his 2024 album, which showcased the seamless blend of Wizkid’s smooth croon and Asake’s infectious energy. Real Vol. 1 promises to expand on that synergy, offering a mix of international polish and street-rooted Afrobeats flair that could redefine what a superstar collaboration looks like in 2025.
Even without a release date, the project is already being hailed as a cultural milestone, a fusion of two of Afrobeats’ most influential forces and one of the genre’s most anticipated collaborations in recent memory.
🚨 @Wizkidayo and @AsakeMusic announce their new collaboration project, REAL, during their Apple Music Radio takeover. pic.twitter.com/Fk9iIv0g5u
— Apple Music (@AppleMusic) December 5, 2025