After more than a decade of lyrical dominance, cultural impact, and streetwise storytelling, Nigerian hip-hop legend Reminisce is ready to make another seismic return.
On July 30, 2025, the rapper officially confirmed that his eighth studio album would be released in September, triggering waves of anticipation across the music scene.
While the album’s title is still tightly under wraps, one thing is clear: this isn’t just another drop—it’s a statement. The announcement, made through his social media platforms, was met with immediate fanfare and curiosity, as listeners gear up for what could be another landmark in Reminisce’s already stellar discography.
Building on the Legacy
This new body of work follows his 2024 EP, Sui Generis, a bold experiment that blended Afrobeats, Fuji, and gritty hip-hop with introspective lyricism. The project, which featured heavyweights like Vector, BadBoy Timz, and Bhadboi OML, showcased Reminisce’s growing comfort in pushing artistic boundaries while still staying rooted in his Alaga Ibile identity.
From My Book of Rap Stories to Alaga Ibile, and Billboard-charting classics like Baba Hafusa and El-Hadj, Reminisce has carved out a niche as a bilingual lyrical juggernaut—a storyteller whose words resonate from the inner cities of Lagos to global streaming charts. Notably, Alaga Ibile reportedly sold over 13 million units in the Alaba music market alone—cementing his commercial legacy alongside critical acclaim.
What to Expect from Album #8
New sonic direction: If Sui Generis was any indication, fans can expect genre fusion that expands beyond traditional hip-hop. Think grime, Fuji rhythms, Afro-trap, and deep street poetry.
Cultural introspection: Known for weaving street slang, social critique, and lived experience into bars, Reminisce’s new album may explore new personal or political themes.
Rollout energy: With singles, visuals, and possible big-name features expected before September, the rollout promises to be as explosive as the bars themselves.
Final Word
For a rapper who has stayed relevant across rap’s shifting eras—from punchline bars to trap-infused flows—Reminisce’s eighth album isn’t just a return, it’s a reaffirmation. A reminder that you can evolve, elevate, and still spit truths the streets never forget.
September can’t come fast enough.
