British-Nigerian rap icon Skepta joins forces with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Asake on Aloe Vera, an exciting collaboration that bridges UK rap and contemporary Afrobeats.
The record pairs Skepta’s sharp lyricism and commanding flow with Asake’s unmistakable melodies and energetic delivery, creating a seamless fusion of both artists’ signature sounds. Backed by polished production, infectious rhythms, and memorable hooks, Aloe Vera showcases the chemistry between the duo while highlighting the growing connection between the UK and African music scenes.
With two globally recognized artists joining forces, Aloe Vera stands out as a cross-cultural anthem that further reinforces Skepta and Asake’s influence on the international stage while adding another standout collaboration to their impressive catalogues.
What it’s about
Taken from the album The Fork and Knife, this Afro-fusion cut brings Asake together with UK rap heavyweight Skepta for a confident summer anthem. Asake sets the tone with praise for a woman's smooth beauty, comparing her soft skin to aloe vera while celebrating his own steady shine and wealth. Skepta steps in with sharp verses about late-night moves, dodging clout chasers, and dealing with the paparazzi while living fast. Together, they create a lively party track built on lavish spending, dancing, and staying on top.
Written with AI from the song’s details and checked against them, not a review.
[Asake:]
Allah Wallah, ya allah T’allah
The break is over
Prolific lawa o
Stand fit 9 9
Omo Naija pewon
Your skin soft, aloe vera
Montana mera
Big bag, make we turn up
Yeah, it is summer
I dey shine, I be Nepa
On forever
Big Smoke pelu big money
Disturbing, yeah omo still, on still
[Skepta:]
Ayo
Habibti, you lookin kinda fine, let’s go
Gyal love, lemme see you wine
Like a belly dancer, you’re killin ’em, it’s a crime (Ha)
The way you move, the way you dress, man, it’s a sign (Ice)
I need to make a move and make you mine
Steph Curry, I shoot shots, late night (Brrt)
On the phone, said she wanna pull up and arch spine (Huh?)
Dumb high, she gimme brain, I’m Einstein (Baow-baow)
What you really want? What’s it gonna be?
What you say, kill a week? Lookin’ for a G?
That’s me, fly shit, no apology
I live a fast life, girl, I know you wanna see
A little trip tour for me, I ain’t really gotta speak
One night with the boys, she don’t wanna leave
It’s peak, she wanna see me everyday
Monday to Sunday, like this ain’t for the weak
[Asake:]
Your skin soft, aloe vera
Montana mera
Big bag, make we turn up
Yeah, it is summer
I dey shine, I be Nepa
On forever
Big Smoke pelu big money
Disturbing, yeah omo still, on still
[Skepta:]
Saw you on a night out, we could wil’ out
Shining like a star, I ain’t even iced out
Told you already that you can’t buy clout
All the racks that you lie about, go on, bring ’em out
Thinkin’ I’m a pushover, he can find out (Greaze)
Girl, it’s your song, you know the dance, try it out
Waid she don’t drink, but she wanna wine now (Woo)
She try kiss me on the mouth, baby, time out (Huh?)
Yo, wait, I think I see the paparazzi
Let me strike a pose for a hater to see
That we stay fly, never kamikaze
Yeah, we’re cold like Palmer, so you wanna catch me, how?
I run the track like a fucking athlete
Said they haven’t got the budget, tell ’em, “Holla back, G”
I’m a GRAMMY nominee, now they addin’ to the fee
Only the strong survive, man, that’s how it gotta be
[Asake:]
Allah Wallah, ya allah T’allah
The break is over
Prolific lawa o
Stand fit 9 9
Omo Naija pewon
Your skin soft, aloe vera
Montana mera
Big bag, make we turn up
Yeah, it is summer
I dey shine, I be Nepa
On forever
Big Smoke pelu big money
Disturbing, yeah omo still, on still
