Kizz Daniel – Police ft Angelique Kidjo & Johnny Drille
A Transcontinental Afro-Fusion Masterpiec: Kizz Daniel – "Police" (ft. Angélique Kidjo & Johnny Drille)
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On April 11, 2025, Kizz Daniel shattered expectations with “Police,” a groundbreaking collaboration uniting Beninese legend Angélique Kidjo, Nigerian soul virtuoso Johnny Drille, and an all-star production team spanning West Africa. This lead single from the upcoming Uncle K album represents a bold new direction in pan-African music collaboration.
- Artist: Kizz Daniel
- Featured Artists: Angélique Kidjo, Johnny Drille
- Release Date: April 11, 2025
- Genre: Afrobeats, Afro-Fusion, World Music
- Label: FlyBoy INC
- Album: Uncle K (Upcoming 2025)
- Producers: MOG Beatz (Ghana), Blaise Beatz (Nigeria), Johnny Drille
- Runtime: 3:42
Production Powerhouse
The track boasts an unprecedented trifecta of production talent:
– MOG Beatz (Ghana): Brings his signature Ghanaian bounce (Sarkodie, Mr Eazi)
– Blaise Beatz (Nigeria): Contributes lush Afrobeats textures (Davido, Simi)
– Johnny Drille: Adds his ethereal soul production flourishes
The result is a seamless blend of:
– Punchy log drums and shakers (MOG’s Ghanaian influence)
– Warm Nigerian basslines and synth work (Blaise’s touch)
– Cinematic string arrangements (Johnny Drille’s signature)
Lyrical Depth & Themes
The song operates on multiple levels:
1. Social Commentary (“Police” as metaphor for societal control)
2. Romantic Devotion (Johnny Drille’s soaring chorus)
3. Pan-African Unity (Kidjo’s multilingual verses in Yoruba/Fon/English)
Notable moments:
– Kidjo’s call-and-response bridge with traditional proverbs
– Kizz Daniel’s clever pidgin wordplay about “una no go gree for peace”
– The haunting three-part harmony outro
Reception & Impact
– Chart Domination: Debuted #1 on Apple Music Nigeria and Top 5 in 12 African countries
– Critical Praise: The Guardian called it “the most important Afrobeats crossover since ‘Fela in Versace'”
– Viral Challenge: #PoliceChallenge trends with fans recreating Kidjo’s dance moves
Behind the Scenes
– Recorded across 3 countries: Nigeria, Ghana, and France
– Kidjo insisted on recording her vocals live with traditional drummers present
– Johnny Drille originally came onboard as just a vocalist but ended up co-producing
Final Verdict
With its unprecedented collaboration between Afrobeats’ present (Kizz Daniel), Africa’s musical royalty (Kidjo), and alt-soul’s brightest star (Johnny Drille) – all backed by West Africa’s finest producers – “Police” isn’t just a song. It’s a cultural event.
Rating: 10/10 – A flawless execution of Africa’s musical future.
Get it on Streaming platforms here
🔥 Which element stunned you most? Kidjo’s vocals? The production blend? The social message? Let’s debate!
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