Nigerian singer, Yemi Alade, has clearly stated that she will choose her peace of mind over a collaboration with colleague, Tiwa Savage.

In an interview session with Chude, Yemi Alade stated that she fully supports the idea of supporting women on every level but she not in the case of Tiwa Savage.

She explained; "You know the thing is that fans and media just tend to stir the water where the water is supposed to be still.”

“I know that the fan-favourite collaboration is the one you mentioned. I’d rather just stay clear; I don’t want problems in my life. I don’t want problems.

Adding that she’d rather “just exist and not try to make something out of nothing.”

In 2024, the Global Afropop superstar Yemi Alade unveiled her new single, "Tomorrow," an upbeat track that highlights the promise of a better day and the importance of embracing the opportunities each new day brings.

The song encourages listeners to trust in divine guidance from God, despite the uncertainties of the future.

Produced by Yasso, this vibrant and positive single is the first release from Yemi's upcoming tenth album, set for release in 2024.

Ahead of the release, Yemi says, "Tomorrow is a timeless piece that honors the aspirations of the future and the ongoing pursuit of turning them into achievements. This is a dedication to all those envisioning brighter days, serving as an anthem for champions."

Ahead of the release, Yemi says, "Tomorrow is a timeless piece that honors the aspirations of the future and the ongoing pursuit of turning them into achievements. This is a dedication to all those envisioning brighter days, serving as an anthem for champions."

Yemi Alade is thrilled to present another tantalizing body of work. She revealed that the new album will be a fusion of diverse genres, crafted to appeal to music lovers from all corners of the world.

She says, "I created this album with the sole purpose of creating music I grew up loving and the variety I have grown to love now. I was inspired by the core African music of Highlife and different genres that got us excited as Africans."

Yemi Alade kicked off 2024 on a high note by performing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opening ceremony. Her upcoming album will enhance her stellar discography and expand her global presence.

She is also set to headline her show at Zenith, Paris – La Villette, France, on September 21, 2024, alongside her African Train Band.

About Yemi Alade:

Yemi Alade is a Nigerian singer/songwriter renowned for her multifaceted talents, including acting and being an all-around entertainer. In 2023, she won the Best Music Video award for "Baddie" at the inaugural Trace Awards.

Yemi Alade also clinched the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) for Best Female in both 2015 and 2016.

Her discography includes 'Mamapiano' EP (2023), 'African Baddie' (2022), 'Queendoncom' (2021), 'Empress' (2020), 'Woman of Steel' (2019), 'Black Magic & Deluxe Version' (2017), 'Mama Afrique EP' (2017), 'Mama Africa – The Diary of an African Woman' (2016), and 'King of Queens' (2014). Yemi was also featured in Beyoncé's compilation album 'The Lion King: The Gift' on the track "Don't Jealous Me."

Yemi Alade is the first African female Afropop star to surpass 100 million views on YouTube and VEVO with her smash hit single "Johnny," making it one of the most viewed music videos from Africa.

In 2020, she was appointed as a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador, adding to her extensive list of responsibilities, which includes running her own charity, the James and Helen PathWay Foundation.

The Nigerian afrobeat artiste, Tiwa Savage has shared that "Dorobucci" used to be a song that did not make any sense to her.

Due to her perception, she was hesitant to record her verse, making her the last Mavin artist to contribute to the track while her colleagues were already excited about it.

What changed her mind to begin appreciating the song was when she heard the final version in the studio upon her return to Nigeria after a trip to Dubai.

“Don’t know if people know this, but Don Jazzy played ‘Dorobucci’ in the hotel when we were in Dubai for my wedding, and honestly, I thought it was such a crap song."

“When I got back to Nigeria, and I got to the studio, and I heard the song that I heard him play in Dubai, I was flabbergasted. I was so angry, like, I don’t know, because this had happened with ‘Eminado’ too, and I did not like it.”

“I was the last person to record my verse, because I was looking at everybody and I was like, ‘Do you guys really like this?” she said.

Tiwa Savage, looking back on the song’s success, praised Don Jazzy’s creativity and ability to craft hits that connect with fans.

“We all know what happened to the record. I don’t know what Don Jazzy does, but yeah, that was… I heard it, and I didn’t want to tell him. I was like, man, who… I was like, is it Reekado he’s doing this song for? Is it Korede or D’ija? Not knowing I would be on the song too, and it turned out to be phenomenal. Shoutout to Don Jazzy too,” she said.

Meanwhile, the Nigerian musician has stated that she is not comfortable with being referred to as the “Queen of Afrobeats.”

“Yeah, they call me the Queen of Afrobeats, but there are a lot of us that are Queens,” she said on GhanaWeb’s X Space on September 12, 2025.

The award-winning artist believes that many other female artists deserve such a title.

Meanwhile, renowned event MC and entertainment pundit, MC Portfolio, has shared his view on whether Stonebwoy deserves recognition as one who introduced the Afro-Dancehall genre or not.

During a conversation on GhanaWeb Entertainment's X Space on Friday, July 4, MC Portfolio emphasized that an individual cannot claim ownership of the English word “Afro‑Dancehall,” as a genre.

He asserts that it demands a clear brand and an ambassador to carry it forward.

“You cannot leave out Stonebwoy. He has been someone who is very vocal and intentional about drumming the genre. We are not being fair to Stonebwoy if we don’t give him his flowers,” he asserted.

In an unrelated event, veteran dancehall musician Samini has warned netizens to resist attempts likely to spark a feud between him and Stonebwoy, another dancehall artiste.

This comes after the "My Own" hitmaker was questioned on X about his contribution to championing the Afro-dancehall genre.

The user with an account name Repost King noted, "Smh… assuming you right, how well did you champion this. What has been your effort in bringing to light Afro-dancehall. The fact that you advised him on fusing ayigbe to his songs doesn’t make you the originator. You are a legend undisputed but Afro-dancehall has always been 1Gad’s."

In response, Samini stated, "Put some respect on my name G. SMH I blame @stonebwoy. Tell me the difference. After that tell me who named it and who renamed it. Don’t make me and @stonebwoy fight ooo. He knows the truth I beg. DONT. Man start vex these foolish newbies. Massa talk to your fans oooo. Yooooo."

Stonebwoy takes pride in being the pioneer of the Afro-dancehall genre, which has provided a nurturing environment for numerous emerging artists.

The award-winning singer, who has earned the title of one of the country's greatest exports, is fulfilled to have witnessed the growth and widespread use of Afro-Dancehall tunes.

"It is literally broken down as Afrobeat and dancehall. It is very simple in that context. I am only very confident enough to have coined this name more than a decade ago and I have been living up to it till today.

"I believe that it is a very beautiful space to be in. It will interest you to know that there are tons of African youths who are into the Afro-dancehall style and paying a lot of respect to the name, Stonebwoy for being a fierce force and pushing this to the world," the dancehall musician elaborated in an interview on +44 Podcast with Sideman & Zeze Millz in May 2023.