Asake Drops New Song ‘Military,’ Pays Tribute to Olamide

Nigerian music star Asake has released his latest single, Military, today, February 5, sparking excitement among fans. Fresh from his appearance at the 67th Grammy Awards—where he made headlines with a military-inspired outfit—Asake channels that theme into his new song.

In Military, he acknowledges his mentor, Olamide, expressing gratitude for his support throughout his journey. The song also touches on Asake’s work ethic, humility, and his preference to let success speak for itself.

A particular lyric, “Talk your shit, mo mo pe o ma n ko ba ni” (I know it can implicate), has led to speculation that Asake is subtly responding to Portable’s recent criticism. Portable had mocked Asake for not winning a Grammy and for wearing a military outfit to the awards.

As expected, Military has sparked reactions online, with fans praising Asake’s sound and discussing the possible subliminal message.

Here’s what fans are saying:

🔹 @hybikay01 – “1min 50sec 👏👏👏. Asake the music changer.”
🔹 @iampraise_7 – “Dem say Asake release the song for audiomack only so that Portable go fit afford am 😩😂.”
🔹 @iam_moonlite – “Asake dey appreciate unlike some people wey just like noise but knows nothing 😂.”
🔹 @emma_para01 – “Straight bomb 💣🔥🔥 don meet Portable for head 😂😂😂.”
🔹 @yusuffayo9 – “If Asake vex Portable 😂, Wereyy fit release album on behalf of Asake 😂😂.”

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