A video published on YouTube by @StarBoyTV showcases the official lyric release for “Alive,” the new collaborative single featuring Nigerian icon Wizkid and British R&B vocalist Jorja Smith.
Recorded in London alongside producer P2J, the track incorporates elements of U.K. garage, house, and Afro-fusion. The single serves as a primary lead track for Smith’s third studio LP, *What Are the Odds*, marking another international genre experiment for the Afrobeats superstar.
The Guardian Nigeria confirmed the joint release, quoting Jorja Smith, who shared that “I’ve always loved Wizkid’s music and the way he’s opened so many doors for Afrobeats around the world.” Furthermore, Vanguard reported on the single’s reception, noting that “the pairing has generated significant excitement among fans, with many eager to hear the chemistry between the two artistes.”
Echotitbits take:
Wizkid’s ongoing appetite for U.K. club sounds demonstrates his strategy of diversifying beyond standard Afrobeats templates into broader European electronic and R&B spaces. Watch for radio crossover impact in the UK and European charts over the coming weeks.
Source: YouTube (@StarBoyTV) — July 2, 2026 — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnRNyl1Qftw
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