About the Song
“MMS” is a reflective collaboration between Asake and Wizkid, released in August 2024 as the second track on Asake’s third studio album, Lungu Boy. Produced by P.Priime, the record brings together two generations of Nigerian Afrobeats artistry while focusing on the journey behind Asake’s success.
The title stands for “Mr Money Sound,” a phrase Asake uses to describe his musical identity and the path that has taken him from Lagos to an international stage. The song is therefore less about simply celebrating wealth and more about documenting the experiences, sacrifices and faith that shaped his rise.
The Sound
“MMS” blends contemporary Afrobeats with elements of Fuji, Yoruba music and smooth R&B-inspired production. P.Priime creates a spacious instrumental that allows both artists to maintain their individual identities while fitting naturally into the same musical environment.
Asake’s delivery is energetic but reflective, moving between Yoruba, Nigerian Pidgin and English. Wizkid brings a calmer, more understated vocal style that provides a natural contrast to Asake’s intensity. Their different approaches give the collaboration a balanced feel rather than making either artist overshadow the other.
The song also carries a strong spiritual quality. Its recurring reflections on God, life and the temporary nature of material things give the production a deeper atmosphere beneath its Afrobeats groove.
What the Song Is About
At its heart, “MMS” is about the journey from uncertainty to achievement. Asake reflects on the period when he was still trying to establish himself, working to develop his sound and finding his place within Nigeria’s competitive music scene.
Faith plays a major role in the record. The song acknowledges that success, money and material possessions are temporary, while expressing gratitude for the guidance and opportunities that helped Asake move forward. This creates an interesting contrast between the title’s association with money and the song’s deeper message about purpose and spirituality.
The record also represents Asake’s appreciation for his own musical identity. Rather than presenting success as something that happened overnight, he connects his current position to persistence, experimentation and staying committed to his sound.
Wizkid’s appearance adds another layer to that story. Asake has described Wizkid as an important musical inspiration from his early days as an aspiring artist in Lagos. According to Asake, Wizkid became involved after hearing the song and expressing interest in contributing to it.
Listen on Hitzeer
Listen to “MMS” by Asake featuring Wizkid on Hitzeer and explore more songs from Lungu Boy, alongside Afrobeats, Fuji, Afropop and contemporary Nigerian music from Asake, Wizkid and other leading artists.
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