Olamide’s UY Scuti Album (2021): Complete and Verified Tracklist

UY Scuti is the eleventh studio album by Nigerian rap and Afrobeats icon Olamide, released on June 18, 2021, through YBNL Nation and EMPIRE. Named after one of the largest known stars in the universe, the album symbolizes Olamide’s ambition, longevity, and cosmic-level influence in African music. The project contains 10 tracks and blends Afrobeats, hip-hop, R&B, reggae, and pop soundscapes.

Official Overview

• Title: UY Scuti

• Artist: Olamide

• Release Date: June 18, 2021

• Label: YBNL Nation, EMPIRE

• Genre: Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, R&B, Reggae, Pop

• Length: 28:06 minutes

• Number of Tracks: 10

• Executive Producer: Eskeezondbeat (all tracks produced by Eskeezondbeat and P.Priime)

Complete Official Tracklist (10 Songs)

Here is the verified, official tracklist for UY Scuti:

1. Need for Speed – 2:45

2. Jailer (featuring Jaywillz) – 3:42

3. Rock – 3:05

4. Julie – 1:57

5. Rough Up (featuring Layydoe) – 3:17

6. Want (featuring Fave) – 1:41

7. PonPon (featuring Fave) – 3:34

8. Cup of Tea – 2:05

9. Somebody (featuring Phyno) – 3:20

10. So Much More – 2:40

Total Length: 28:06

Track-by-Track Breakdown

1. Need for Speed (2:45)

The album opener discusses the ups and downs of street life, using Lagos as a reference point. Features introspective lyrics about struggle, ambition, and the fast pace of life in the ghetto.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat, P.Priime

• Key themes: Street life, struggle, ambition, speed

2. Jailer (featuring Jaywillz) (3:42)

A collaboration with Jaywillz that explores themes of confinement, restriction, and breaking free from limitations. Both artists deliver melodic verses over a smooth production.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Freedom, confinement,突破, collaboration

3. Rock (3:05)

A high-energy anthem asserting Olamide’s strength, resilience, and dominance in the industry. Features aggressive delivery with hard-hitting production.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Strength, resilience, dominance, confidence

4. Julie (1:57)

A short, sweet track about romance and attraction. The song is dedicated to a woman named Julie, with Olamide expressing affection and admiration.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Romance, love, attraction, dedication

5. Rough Up (featuring Layydoe) (3:17)

A collaboration with Layydoe that blends Afrobeats with hip-hop influences. The track addresses challenges, street credibility, and overcoming obstacles.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Challenges, street life, resilience, collaboration

6. Want (featuring Fave) (1:41)

A brief, melodic collaboration with rising star Fave. The song explores desire, attraction, and the want for connection and intimacy.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Desire, attraction, intimacy, romance

7. PonPon (featuring Fave) (3:34)

Another collaboration with Fave, this track is more upbeat and danceable. Features catchy hooks and playful lyrics about romance and enjoyment.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Romance, fun, dance, enjoyment

8. Cup of Tea (2:05)

A smooth, laid-back track that uses the metaphor of “cup of tea” to describe preference and choice in relationships. More introspective and mellow than other tracks.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Preference, choice, relationships, introspection

9. Somebody (featuring Phyno) (3:20)

A collaboration with veteran rapper Phyno, addressing the desire to be someone significant, to matter, and to leave a mark. Both artists deliver powerful verses about ambition and legacy.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Ambition, legacy, significance, collaboration

10. So Much More (2:40)

The album closer is a reflective track about having “so much more” to give, achieve, and accomplish. Olamide expresses gratitude for his success while hinting at future goals and continued growth.

• Producer: Eskeezondbeat

• Key themes: Gratitude, ambition, future, growth

Legacy and Impact

UY Scuti was a commercial and critical success, receiving widespread acclaim for its sonic diversity, emotional honesty, and Olamide’s melodic approach. The album marked a departure from his earlier street-hop sound, embracing more R&B, reggae, and pop influences while maintaining his core identity.

Key achievements:

• Critical Acclaim: Praised by Pitchfork, The Native, and other major publications for its emotional depth and sonic evolution.

• Commercial Performance: Performed well on African streaming platforms and charts.

• Artistic Growth: Showcased Olamide’s versatility and willingness to experiment with new sounds.

• Collaborations: Featured emerging artists like Fave, Jaywillz, and Layydoe, as well as veteran Phyno.