Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ruger has sent a strong message to the music industry, hinting that his upcoming album will be a game-changer.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, March 27, 2025, the “Bounce” hitmaker shared a video of himself vibing in the studio with rapper Zlatan, teasing an unreleased track from the highly anticipated album. In his caption, Ruger made a bold statement, warning that his project will set a new standard, forcing some artists to “go back to the studio” while others who drop their projects on the same day will struggle for attention.
“Some people will have to go back to the studio after they hear this album, some people won’t even have the chance coz they dropping the same day as me. Sad!!! #BlownBoyRU” – Ruger.
Ruger & Zlatan Hype the Album
The short clip shows Ruger and Zlatan grooving to the song, with Ruger further hyping his album at the end of the video:
“Blown Boy RU outside this midnight. What are you saying? We outside. Bless.”
Zlatan also jumped in, urging fans to prepare for what promises to be a groundbreaking release.
Fan Anticipation & Industry Reactions
Following Ruger’s statement, social media has been buzzing with fans eager to see how the album will shake up the Afrobeats industry. Some speculate that Ruger may be aiming at his industry rivals, while others are simply excited for fresh music from the singer.
With #BlownBoyRU already trending, the big question remains—will Ruger’s album live up to the hype?
