Rising Afropop sensation Victony shares his new single “Tanko,” featuring legendary Nigerian rapper Terry G. A dancefloor-ready anthem, the song juxtaposes Victony’s soft vocals against Terry’s high-energy tone in a cross-generational link-up. The title “Tanko,” borrowed from street football slang, becomes more than just a game. It’s Victony’s metaphor for duality: of dreams and discipline, temptation and tenacity, the come-up and the constant.
On the track, Victony thumps his chest with unapologetic pride: “Too many nights I’m hustling, too many girls I am shuffling,” a hook that blurs the sacred and the scandalous, before handing the mic to Terry G, whose verse careens with unpredictability, bringing back the frenetic madness that defined an era.
Terry G, dubbed the “Akpako Master” and “Ginjah Master,” is renowned for his high-energy hits like “Free Madness,” “Testing Microphone,” and “Run Mad,” which have become anthems in Nigeria’s vibrant music scene. His 2013 album, Book of Ginjah, further solidified his status as a trailblazer in the industry.
“Tanko” arrives two months after the one-year anniversary of Victony’s acclaimed debut album, Stubborn. The album marked a pivotal moment in his artistic evolution, featuring standout collaborations with the likes of Teezo Touchdown, Asake, Saint Jhn, Shallipoppi, and more. With Stubborn, Victony pushed sonic boundaries, crafting a bold and genre-defying project that celebrates the diversity and richness of African music on a global scale.