Fireboy DML Reveals ZUKO! Album Artwork Ahead of October 16 Release
Nigerian singer Fireboy DML is gearing up to release his fifth studio album, ZUKO!, on Friday, October 16, 2026. The YBNL Nation star has been building anticipation for the project with cinematic visuals, new music, and the reveal of the album title, setting the stage for his first solo studio album since Adedamola in 2024.
The upcoming project is listed as a 13-track album on Apple Music and is scheduled to arrive through YBNL Nation and EMPIRE. With the release date approaching, fans are looking forward to hearing what Fireboy has prepared for this next phase of his career.
Fireboy DML’s ZUKO! Album Details
ZUKO! follows a successful run of albums that established Fireboy DML as one of Nigeria’s leading Afrobeats artists. His previous projects include Laughter, Tears & Goosebumps (2019), Apollo (2020), Playboy (2022), and Adedamola (2024).
The rollout for ZUKO! has taken a cinematic approach, with promotional visuals featuring Fireboy in a red suit and bandages, hinting at a different visual direction for the new era. The singer has kept much of the project’s concept under wraps, leaving fans curious about the themes and sound that will shape the album.
New Singles Set the Tone
Ahead of the album, Fireboy has released music that explores sounds beyond his familiar Afrobeats style.
His single “CLAAT!” featuring Masicka brought together his melodic approach and the Jamaican dancehall artist’s distinctive style. He later released “IMALI,” a collaboration with JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela, exploring South African 3-step and Afro-house influences.
These releases offer an early glimpse of Fireboy’s willingness to experiment with different sounds and collaborate across musical scenes. Whether the full album continues in that direction remains to be seen.
ZUKO! Tracklist and Features
Apple Music lists ZUKO! as a 13-track project, but the complete song-by-song tracklist and all featured artists should be verified against the official album listing or Fireboy DML’s announcement before publication.
“CLAAT!” featuring Masicka and “IMALI” with JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela are among the songs released during the album rollout. Their inclusion on the final album should be checked against the official tracklist.
A New Chapter After Adedamola
Fireboy’s last solo studio album, Adedamola, arrived in 2024 and continued his evolution as a singer and songwriter. Since then, he has remained active through singles, international collaborations, and the 2025 collaborative EP Peace by Piece with Pheelz.
With ZUKO!, Fireboy now has an opportunity to introduce another side of his artistry while building on the success of his earlier albums. His mix of Afrobeats, R&B influences, melodic songwriting, and cross-genre collaborations has helped him reach listeners beyond Nigeria.
Release Date
Fireboy DML’s ZUKO! is scheduled for release on Friday, October 16, 2026. With the album listed at 13 tracks, attention is now turning to the final tracklist, confirmed guest appearances, and the sound of the complete project.
As release day approaches, ZUKO! is shaping up to be an important addition to Fireboy DML’s catalogue and one of the Nigerian music releases to watch this October.