Renowned American rapper Rick Ross is gearing up to release a highly anticipated album that celebrates African talent, and he’s giving fans a sneak peek of what’s to come. On June 10, 2024, Ross shared a snippet of his upcoming collaboration with Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez on his Instagram story, generating buzz among music enthusiasts.
This exciting team-up is part of Ross’s vision to create an African album that showcases the continent’s diverse musical talent. Earlier this year, he expressed his admiration for Nigerian artists Portable and Odumodublvck, even joining the latter for an Instagram live session to learn more about Afrobeats. Ross was particularly impressed by Odumodublvck’s hit single “Wotowoto Seasoning” featuring Black Sheriff, which is gaining traction in the US.
The collaboration with Blaqbonez is likely to be one of the first tracks from Ross’s African album, which promises to be a star-studded affair. The rapper has also mentioned potential collaborations with Ayra Starr, Stonebwoy, and Diamond Platinum, among others.
This project marks a full circle moment for Ross, who was featured on P-Square’s “Beautiful Oyinye” remix back in 2011. With his African album, Ross is set to further cement his connection with the continent’s vibrant music scene. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!
