Burnaboy - Soke -

The word "Soke" (meaning "Up") serves as a mantra for elevation and progress, both for Burna personally as he navigated industry politics and for his audience. Critical Reception and Legacy

Lyrically, the song operates on multiple levels, blending personal ambition with socio-political undertones.

Produced by , "Soke" is a masterclass in atmospheric and smooth Afropop.

Burna Boy 's is widely regarded as a pivotal masterpiece that solidified his "Afro-fusion" sound. Released in April 2015 as a lead single and later included as a bonus track on his sophomore album, On a Spaceship , the track remains one of his most culturally significant works. Production and Sound

The track features a "glossy" production style built on polished keyboard chords, intricate guitar lines, and "sprouting" horns that give it a rich, live-band feel.

While it is often played in celebratory contexts, the song addresses the struggles and aspirations of the common man, subtly tackling broader issues.