Boj Delivers 6th Studio Album 'DUPLICITY'

Following the release of two double singles in the last two months and two album listening parties hosted in the two international cities he calls home, Boj drops his sixth studio album DUPLICITY.

On this body of work, executive-produced by Boj’s longtime collaborator, Genio, the British-Nigerian musician underlines his Nigerian roots as usual, down to the track titles and accommodates a handful of interesting guest appearances. Furthermore, he keeps this one close to home, with every featured artist being of African descent, whilst at the same time.

The 13-track project has a focus track featuring fellow British-Nigerian artist, Obongjayar. The self-explanatory ‘Imposter Syndrome’ highlights a recurrent chant of “You have every right to win”. 

The Alté pioneer said the focus track is dedicated to “dreamers who struggle with imposter syndrome, because I have been there myself,” when at the listening party held in Lagos the night before the album release. 

Staying true to his roots, the intro track, “Awon Boyz” is a Yoruba equivalent for “the mandem”. He also gives a shout to Nigerian dancer and socialite, Poco Lee, on the song. 

His most recent double single, ‘Contraband’ and ‘Diamonds’, take the second and third spots, with Nigerian rapper Olamide and rising sensation Mavo, respectively. ‘Command’, tagged “the most Boj-ed track on the album” by the personality, follows as Track 4. 

“This album represents growth. 2025 has been the most eye-opening year, and I have learnt a lot. My mindset changed this past year,” Boj said, commenting on the sound of DUPLICITY. 

The initial double single, ‘Shana’ and ‘After Hours’, appears at the centre of the album. The Alté trailblazer revealed that ‘Shana’ originally belonged to his longtime collaborators and friends, Show Dem Camp, and on hearing the tune in pre-release, Boj pleaded that they hand the song ownership over to him. 

The rap collective was reluctant at first and offered their friend another unreleased track instead. Eventually, ‘Shana’ was successfully “given” to Boj and as such, he had them as guest appearances alongside Ghanaian musician Joey B. 

ODUMODUBLVCK went hard on ‘Italawa’, which is a Yoruba slang for “having fun outdoors”. Commencing the song with his catchy lines, ODUMODUBLVCK held the first verse and handed Boj the mic for the second verse. SGaWD, one of the Nigerian women emerging in hip-hop, didn’t hold back on the third verse.

‘Cana’, a Nigerian lingo for “Canadian cannabis”, is the following track, and it spotlights British-Gambian rapper, Pa Salieu. The Nigerian singer holds the first verse, while his Gambian counterpart brings his distinct flow on the second verse. 

The London-born artist seemed to have saved the best for the last, as he said, ‘Coming For Me’ is his favourite song on the album. In line with its implicating title, the outro track speaks on the attractive ladies chasing after him because he’s “that nigga”.

The Lagos-bred musician credited his friend for the design. He revealed: “It was an idea of my friend, who’s also my neighbour in Medina Estate in Gbagada. He’s a talented creative.” This sums up who Boj is best, as a person and a musician, someone who values genuine connection and expression. It's why you should be excited that the Alté icon has more on the way. A deluxe version of DUPLICITY is slated for release in 2026! 

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