Top Trending Songs From Fireboy DML’s ZUKO!: Track Breakdown & Highlights
Fireboy DML is opening a new chapter with ZUKO!, his 13-track album released through YBNL Nation and EMPIRE. The Nigerian Afrobeats singer explores several sounds across the project, moving from dancehall and South African-inspired rhythms to smooth R&B, emotional songwriting, and more assertive records.
While it is too early to call these the album’s definitive chart-toppers without verified streaming data, several songs stand out for their collaborations, sound, and potential to connect with listeners. Here are the tracks worth checking out first.
1. “GODDESS” feat. Lojay
“GODDESS” brings Fireboy together with Lojay for a smooth, melodic Afropop collaboration. Their vocals complement each other over a warm, tropical sound, making this one of the album’s most accessible records. For listeners drawn to Fireboy’s romantic side, this is an obvious starting point.
2. “CLAAT!” feat. Masicka
Jamaican dancehall artist Masicka joins Fireboy on “CLAAT!”, one of the project’s more energetic collaborations. The record brings a Caribbean influence into the album, giving Fireboy room to explore a different rhythm from his more familiar melodic Afrobeats sound.
3. “IMALI” with JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela
“IMALI” connects Fireboy with South African artists JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela, drawing on the region’s contemporary 3-step and dance music sounds. The collaboration broadens the album’s sonic range and makes the track a key highlight for listeners interested in cross-border African music.
4. “ONE MAN REGIMENT”
On “ONE MAN REGIMENT,” Fireboy blends restrained electronic production with his smooth vocals. The result leans toward a danceable R&B sound without abandoning the melodic style that has helped define his catalogue. It is one of the tracks to look out for if you prefer a more understated approach to the album’s bigger moments.
5. “BY FIRE!”
“BY FIRE!” takes a more forceful direction, built around a prayerful, confrontational message. It contrasts with the romantic mood of “GODDESS” and highlights another side of Fireboy’s delivery, giving the album an assertive moment early in its tracklist.
6. “DEAR FATHER” feat. Judah Earl
Opening the album, “DEAR FATHER” introduces a reflective and spiritual tone. Featuring Judah Earl, the song centres on a plea for strength and guidance through life’s difficulties. It sets up the personal themes that run through parts of ZUKO!.
7. “SEX LOVE UNDERSTANDING TRUST” (S.L.U.T)
This track brings Fireboy back to his R&B-influenced sound, with a more intimate and understated approach. Its title frames the song around relationships and emotional connection, making it a natural pick for listeners who prefer the softer side of his music.
8. “FIGHTING”
Closing the album, “FIGHTING” offers a sentimental finish. The song focuses on perseverance and the importance of keeping loved ones close, bringing the project toward a reflective conclusion rather than ending on a purely high-energy note.
The full ZUKO! tracklist
- DEAR FATHER feat. Judah Earl
- BY FIRE!
- CLAAT! feat. Masicka
- GODDESS feat. Lojay
- C’EST LA VIE
- IMALI with JAZZWRLD and Thukuthela
- ONE MAN REGIMENT
- KILOWI
- ONAZO!
- SEX LOVE UNDERSTANDING TRUST (S.L.U.T)
- LIGHT OF DAWN
- MIMI NAWE
- FIGHTING
Which songs should you listen to first?
For the collaborations, start with “GODDESS,” “CLAAT!” and “IMALI.” If you prefer Fireboy’s melodic and emotional side, try “ONE MAN REGIMENT,” “SEX LOVE UNDERSTANDING TRUST” and “FIGHTING.” Meanwhile, “DEAR FATHER” and “BY FIRE!” give you a feel for the album’s spiritual and more assertive moments.
ZUKO! shows Fireboy moving between different musical influences without losing sight of the vocals and melodies that have shaped his sound. As listeners spend more time with the album, streaming figures and audience reactions will help reveal which songs emerge as its biggest hits.
Listen to ZUKO! on your preferred streaming platform and let us know which track is your favourite.