"Active" is a song by Nigerian singer Asake and American rapper and singer Travis Scott. It was released on 6 August 2024 through YBNL Nation and Empire Distribution as the second and final single from Asake's third studio album, Lungu Boy.[2] The song was produced by Mike Dean and Sarz, while it samples "Raise Da Roof" by Jazzman Olofin.[3]
Composition
"Active" blends Afrobeats and trap with house and fuji music influences. Lyrically, the song explores themes of strength and literal activity or being active, as suggested by the title and both rappers "offer up slick flows in their native languages". Featuring a recurring vocal chop sampled from "Raise Da Roof" the 2006 crossover hit single by Jazzman Olofin and Adewale Ayuba, it highlights the ongoing theme of Asake’s commitment to integrating traditional Nigerian art forms into his music and emphasizes his adaptation of fuji music’s stylistic techniques.[4][5]
Travis Scott gives a notable shout-out to Ikeja, the capital of Lagos State, stipulating "from the H to Ikeja" and adapts his typical flow to complement Asake's style.[4][5]
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.
References
^ abRolling Stone Staff (3 December 2024). "The 100 Best Songs of 2024". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 5 December 2024. Active" is Asake keeping his trademark cool over some of his most explosive production yet, a carnival of New Orleans bounce, hip-house...
