Ric Hassani Releases Lagos Lover Boy – A Genre-Fusing Celebration of Love, Lagos, and Legacy
Ric Hassani has officially unveiled his much-anticipated new album titled Lagos Lover Boy, and it’s nothing short of a sonic adventure. The 21-track project sees the Nigerian singer-songwriter stepping boldly into a more dynamic, experimental phase of his career, while still holding tight to the soulful, romantic core that made fans fall in love with him in the first place.
This time around, Ric isn’t just singing about love – he’s also exploring the rhythms of Lagos life, blending street pop, Afrofusion, R&B, and even highlife in an expansive body of work that reflects his growth as an artist and storyteller.
Lagos Lover Boy is packed with star-studded collaborations, showcasing Ric’s versatility and his ability to blend with a wide range of musical personalities. The album features:
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NE-YO, the global R&B legend, who brings a smooth, international feel to his collaboration.
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Portable, whose streetwise energy adds edge and unpredictability to the project.
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Joeboy, known for his boy-next-door vocals and emotional resonance.
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ODUMODUBLVCK, who delivers raw, gritty bars that contrast beautifully with Ric’s smooth voice.
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Phyno, blending indigenous flows with a polished delivery.
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Ayo Maff, Nonso Amadi, Tolibian, Sage Baba, and Dotti the Deity (featured twice), all of whom help push the album into new, eclectic sonic territory.
The wide range of guest artists makes this project not only about Ric Hassani’s voice, but about community, collaboration, and creative experimentation.
While Lagos Lover Boy clearly pays homage to Ric’s reputation as a romantic crooner, the album also explores new terrain. He moves effortlessly from love ballads to club-ready bangers to introspective meditations on identity and fame. There’s a deep Lagos undercurrent throughout – reflected in the energy, slang, production choices, and storytelling.
From the soft acoustic strums of a love song to the log drums and syncopated percussion of street-pop, the album manages to be both emotionally intimate and widely accessible.
Lagos Lover Boy is more than just a title – it’s a concept. Ric Hassani isn’t just performing music here; he’s living it. He’s channeling the chaos, romance, struggle, and rhythm of Lagos into every track. This is a project that cements Ric Hassani’s place not only as one of Nigeria’s most soulful voices but also as one of its most daringly experimental.
Whether you’re a fan of smooth vocals, danceable grooves, or conscious lyrics, there’s something on Lagos Lover Boy for you.
Don’t miss your chance to experience “Lagos Lover Boy” – you can listen to it now and enjoy the album from your favourite music platforms. Join the conversation and let the rhythm take over!
