BNXN (Buju) – Captain (Album)

BNXN’s “Captain” Album Review: Steering Afrobeats to New Depths

BNXN‘s highly anticipated sophomore album, “Captain” (released in July 2025), is a confident and nuanced voyage through the Afrobeats soundscape, proving the artist, formerly known as Buju, is firmly in control of his craft. The 16-track project is a masterful display of BNXN‘s signature velvety vocals, blending smooth R&B melodies with log drum-powered Afropop, Drill, and Dancehall influences. It’s a journey of self-reflection, ambition, and the solitude that comes with success, cementing his status as a melodic titan in Nigerian music.

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The album kicks off strong with introspective cuts like “I Alone” and maintains its momentum through collaborative highlights. Tracks like “Set Up” featuring Seyi Vibez and the playful groove of “Cutesy” showcase his versatility, while “Eleyi” brings an irresistible, street-dancehall bounce. The project feels deeply personal, as BNXN navigates themes of self-worth and fame with a sharp, relatable pen, making it essential listening for both long-time fans and new discoverers of Afro-Fusion’s current frontier.

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“Captain” is not just a collection of songs; it’s a statement of legacy. While some critics note a reliance on his comfortable, mid-tempo style, the emotional honesty and stellar production—spanning from laid-back Afrobeats to spiritual ballads like the closing “In Jesus Name” featuring the Soweto Gospel Choir—make the project consistently engaging. This album is a definitive score for BNXN, confirming his position as a core player steering the Afrobeats ship globally.

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“Captain” Album Track List (16 Tracks)

1.  I Alone
2.  Set Up (feat. Seyi Vibez)
3.  Cutesy
4.  Jies
5.  Very Soon (feat. FOLA)
6.  Eleyi
7.  Captain
8.  Yes Sir
9.  Laye Mi
10.  5hrs Till Nairobi
11.  Phenomena
12.  Fi Kan We Kan (feat. Rema)
13.  Totori
14.  Ashimolowo
15.  Cough Syrup (feat. Victony)
16.  In Jesus Name (feat. Soweto Gospel Choir)

Basic Album Credits*

•  Artist: BNXN (Daniel Benson)
•  Release Date: July 2025 (Sophomore Album)
•  Featured Artists: Seyi Vibez, FOLA, Rema, Victony, Soweto Gospel Choir
•  Producers Include: Jiggy, Vampire Craze, Sbthaproducer, BlaiseBeatz, Rymez, Young Soul, SB, Kel P, Synx, Tuzi, Kdagreat, Gemini Major, Semzi, Cesar, Enta.
•  Mixing/Mastering: Synx (Mixing – most tracks), Leandro “Dro” Hidalgo (Mixing – “Phenomena”), Stan Greene (Mastering).

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