Album: Blaqbonez – No Excuses

No Excuses, Just Hits: Blaqbonez Delivers His Boldest Album Yet

​Nigerian rapper and Afrobeats star Blaqbonez has officially stepped into his “Super Saiyan era” with the release of his fourth studio album, ‘No Excuses’. The 17-track project, which dropped on October 17, 2025, is an audacious, genre-blurring statement that firmly cements his position as one of Africa’s most creative and commercially viable artists.

The Global Feature Lineup

​Blaqbonez’s ambition is evident in the album’s expansive list of collaborators, which bridges African and UK music scenes:

• ​“Consistency” features UK rap star AJ Tracey, blending Lagos flair with West London grit.
• ​“Aura 4 Aura” brings UK rapper Pa Salieu for an experimental track.
• ​African giants Olamide and Phyno also make appearances, alongside new-wave stars like Bella Shmurda, Zinoleesky, and Young Jonn.

​More Than Just Music

​While the album explores themes of career longevity, resilience, and artistic dominance, it has also sparked massive conversation. The single “ACL” has gone viral for its pointed lyrics, reigniting a high-profile rap beef and demonstrating Blaqbonez’s sharp wordplay and control over the rap narrative.

​From the high-energy club tracks to more soulful, introspective moments like “Stacks” (which he calls the song he “poured his soul into”), ‘No Excuses’ is an unapologetic body of work. As the title suggests, Blaqbonez is holding nothing back, and the early success of the album—quickly topping the Apple Music Nigeria chart—proves his dedication is paying off.

​Have you listened to the new album? What’s your favourite track on ‘No Excuses’?