Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Mayorkun has once again set social media abuzz, following the release of a new single that’s already being hailed as a summer anthem. The artist born Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel sent fans into a frenzy late Wednesday after reposting a now-viral tweet from a fan that perfectly captured the mood of his latest drop.
The original post, shared by a user with the handle @mc_madness, read: “Mayorkun this is a jam”, a short but emotive reaction that quickly resonated with thousands online. Mayorkun reposted the message on his official X (formerly Twitter) page, amplifying its reach and further fueling anticipation around the track.
The fan interaction served as a digital spark, igniting a wave of reactions from across the continent and beyond. Within hours, #Mayorkun surged to trending status in Nigeria and South Africa, with fans lauding the singer’s artistry and ability to deliver consistent bangers.
“He never misses. This new jam is classic Mayor of Lagos energy,” one user wrote.
“That beat drop? Pure gold. Afrobeat royalty,” another added.
Though the track was released without the usual fanfare of a major promotional rollout, its impact has been immediate. With no official title or accompanying visuals revealed at the time of writing, fans are left hungry for more speculating about an upcoming EP or even a surprise album.
A close collaborator who preferred to remain anonymous told The Pulse Wire that the track is part of a “refreshing new direction” for Mayorkun, blending traditional Afrobeat with amapiano influences and deeper percussive layers.
“He’s experimenting with sound but keeping that signature Mayorkun vibe. What you’re hearing now is just the beginning of something bigger,” the source said.
Mayorkun, known for genre-defining hits like “Eleko”, “Mama”, “Up To Something”, and “Certified Loner (No Competition)”, has become a mainstay of the Nigerian music scene since his 2016 breakout. His ability to fuse catchy hooks with relatable storytelling has made him one of the most bankable names in Afrobeats.
Critics have long praised the artist’s talent for engaging directly with his fanbase a quality that continues to pay off in the social media age. By reposting viral tweets and reacting to fan-made content, Mayorkun maintains an organic relationship with his audience that few artists of his stature replicate.
Though streaming figures are not yet public, early metrics from fan-run pages and Spotify listener charts suggest the new single is rapidly climbing. Meanwhile, whispers of a summer tour and an EP rollout are gaining traction online, as fans eagerly await official confirmation.
Whether or not this is a standalone single or part of a larger project, one thing is clear: Mayorkun knows how to command the moment.
