Adekunle Gold is set to feature his former label boss, Olamide, for the very first time on a song, and it is set to be released in 2026.
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Afrobeats community, global sensation Adekunle Gold has officially announced his first-ever musical collaboration with his former label boss and industry titan, Olamide. The highly anticipated track, titled “Formation,” is scheduled for release this Thursday, April 9, 2026.
The announcement marks a historic full-circle moment for both artists. While Adekunle Gold’s career was launched under Olamide’s YBNL Nation imprint in 2015, the two have never appeared on a song together, a fact that has been a point of curiosity for fans for nearly a decade.
The bond between the two stars predates Adekunle Gold’s singing career. Before finding fame with his debut hit “Sade,” Gold was famously the “King of Photoshop,” serving as YBNL’s official graphic designer and creating the iconic label logo that is still in use today.
During his time at YBNL, Gold released his critically acclaimed debut album Gold, but despite his immense success on the label, a vocal collaboration with Olamide remained elusive. Speaking on the upcoming release, industry insiders suggest “Formation” is more than just a song; it is a celebration of a decade-long mentorship and mutual respect.
What We Know About “Formation”
While snippets have been kept under tight wraps, here is what fans can expect from the April 9 drop:
The Sound: Early reports suggest a fusion of Adekunle Gold’s refined “Tequila Ever After” pop aesthetic and Olamide’s signature street-hop flow.
The Significance: This track follows Adekunle Gold’s recent “Eja Nla 2026” takeover campaign, signalling his intent to dominate the charts this year.
Release Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026, across all major streaming platforms.
Social media has been in a frenzy since the “Formation” announcement. Fans who have followed the “YBNL Mafia” era are calling this the “reunion of the decade.”
“We waited ten years for this. The man who designed the logo and the man who built the house finally on one track. This isn’t just music; it’s history,” one fan tweeted.
