Afrobeat firebrand Seun Kuti, under his moniker Big Bird Kuti, has teamed up with heavyweight lyricist Vector and rap star Odumodublvck for a powerful new single titled ‘OPP(S)’, a hard-hitting blend of rebellion, rhythm, and reality.
The track serves as a high-voltage preview of Big Bird Kuti and Vector’s upcoming collaborative EP, ‘BIGBIRD x THA VIPER’, set for release on September 5, 2025.
Built on gritty basslines, heavy horns, and thought-provoking lyrics, ‘OPP(S)’ tackles everyday adversities, from economic hardship and landlord stress to systemic oppression and emotional burnout. But instead of just complaining, the trio transform protest into poetry and rhythm.
“Everyone has an OPP, whether it’s your boss, the system, or the pressure to survive,” says Big Bird Kuti. “This isn’t just a diss track, it’s a soundtrack for our reality.”
The song is a showcase of each artist’s strength: Seun Kuti’s politically charged energy, Vector’s precise and biting delivery, and Odumodublvck’s raw, chaotic dynamism. The fusion births a new genre they’ve coined RapFroBeat, a sound rooted in Afrobeat’s revolutionary heritage and hip-hop’s lyrical sharpness.
More than just music, ‘OPP(S)’ represents a movement. It’s about reclaiming rap’s African essence while pushing the boundaries of protest music with swagger and style. The upcoming visuals for the single promise to bring the message to life through satire and powerful imagery set in a chaotic cityscape.
With their new partnership, Big Bird Kuti and Vector are blending legacies, merging Afrobeat’s defiant spirit with hip-hop’s confrontational power. From international stages to the heart of Lagos, ‘OPP(S)’ is more than a song. It’s a call to arms, and a reason to dance.
