King of Queens (album)

King of Queens
Studio album by Yemi Alade
Released October 2, 2014 (2014-10-02)
Recorded 2013-2014
Genre R&B, afropop
Length 70:00
Label Effyzzie Music Group
Producer
  • Koribo Harrison (exec.)
  • Taiye Aliyu (exec.)
  • Selebobo
  • Sizzle Pro
  • Shady Bizniz
  • Philkeyz
  • Young D
  • GospelOnDeBeatz
  • Dil
  • OJB Jezreel
  • Mr Chidoo
  • Fliptyce
  • EL Mcee
  • Beat Nation
Deluxe edition cover
Singles from King of Queens
  1. "Johnny"
    Released: October 14, 2013
  2. "Tangerine"
    Released: April 14, 2014
  3. "Kissing"
    Released: September 10, 2014
  4. "Taking over Me"
    Released: January 21, 2015
  5. "Temperature"
    Released: March 13, 2015
  6. "Duro Timi"

King of Queens (stylized as #KOQ) is the debut studio album by Nigerian singer Yemi Alade, released by Effyzzie Music Group on October 2, 2014.[1] Yemi Alade collaborated with producers such as Selebobo, Sizzle Pro, Shady Bizniz, Philkeyz, Young D, GospelOnDeBeatz, Dil, OJB Jezreel, Mr Chido, Fliptyce, EL Mcee and Beat Nation. The album was preceded by three singles—"Johnny", "Tangerine" and "Kissing". It features guest appearances and skits from Bovi, R2Bees, Phyno, Chidinma, DIL, Selebobo and Diamond Platnumz.[2] Yemi Alade promoted the album by touring several African countries, including Ghana, Kenya and South Africa.[3][4]

The deluxe edition of King of Queens was released in November 2014, and contains French versions of songs originally performed in English. It also contains lyrics, exclusive images, music videos, tour footage and hidden tracks. Its cover art was unveiled on 21 October 2014.[5]

Background and composition

Work on the album started in 2013 and continued through the third quarter of 2014. In May 2014, Effyzzie Music Group revealed the album's title and told Nigeria Entertainment Today that it would be released in July 2014.[6] On September 9, 2014, The Daily Times of Nigeria reported that the album would be released in September.[7]

On King of Queens, Yemi Alade explores various genre of music including reggae, R&B and afropop. She explores her versatility on "Why", a slow tempo reggae track. Yemi Alade infuses her personality on "Pose". "Duro Timi" is a R&B song with a pop undertone. On "Catch You", a slow cuddle song, Yemi Alade creates sexual rhythm and raps towards the end. "Money" is a reincarnation of "Johnny". Hausa vibes are included on "I Like". "Sugar" is an electropop song, while "Fall in Love" is a ballad that pays tribute to R&B of the 80s.[8][9]

Singles

On October 14, 2013, Effyzzie Music Group released "Johnny" as the album's lead single.[10] The song was produced by Selebobo. The music video for the song was uploaded onto Yemi Alade's Vevo channel on March 3, 2014. The video was directed in Ogun State by Clarence Peters, and features cameo appearances from Bovi, Alexx Ekubo and Beverly Osu.[11] The French version of the song, released on May 20, 2014, was included as a bonus on the album. By releasing the song, Yemi Alade became the first Nigerian musician to release a song entirely performed in French.[12]

On April 14, 2014, Yemi Alade released "Tangerine" as the second single off the album.[13] The song was also produced by Selebobo. The music video for the song was also directed by Clarence Peters. It was uploaded onto Vevo on July 8, 2014.[14] Prior to releasing the video, Effyzzie Music Group unveiled footage and shots from the video shoot.[4]

On September 10, 2014, "Kissing" was released as the album's third single. The song, which is a groovy mid-tempo love song, was produced by Fliptyce.[9] On October 16, 2014, Effyzzie Music Group released the music video for "Kissing" which was directed by Sesan in London.[15]

"Taking over Me", featuring Phyno, was released as the album's fourth single. Its music video was directed by Justin Campos and Taiye Aliyu.[16] On March 13, 2015, Yemi Alade released the album's fifth single titled "Temperature" featuring DIL; its music video was directed by Ovié Étseyatsé.[17]

"Duro Timi" will be released as the album's sixth single. The music video for the song was shot and directed in London by Ova.[18]

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Pulse
Tooxclusive

King of Queens received generally mixed reviews from music critics. Ayomide Tayo of Pulse gave the album 3.5 out of 5 stars, while adding: "With the her first album, she shows that she is the royal highness at stamping her authority on so many genres. She is king at crafting local pop tracks and delivering slow love songs with a regal glow. On King Of Queens, Yemi Alade lays her musical kingdom on the map with beauty, sweetness, and confidence."[8]

Al Yhusuff and Jim Donnett gave the album 3 stars, adding that "Is Yemi Alade truly a King of Queens? It’s not a bad debut to be very fair but Yemi not only looks like she’s got better stuff to give, she’s actually given better stuff in the past. Pressures and some careless choices might have swayed a couple of decisions on #KOQ. Notwithstanding, it takes more than a self-acclaimed title to wrestle music’s big three divas (no names called) to the actual royal throne. You be the judge."[19]

Track listing

No. TitleWriter(s)Producer(s) Length
1. "Intro" (featuring Bovi)Bovi Ugboma— 0:36
2. "Johnny"  Yemi AladeSelebobo 3:56
3. "Why"  Yemi AladeOJB Jezreel 3:52
4. "Pose" (featuring R2Bees)
  • Yemi Alade
  • Rashid Mugeez
  • Faisal Hakeem
Young D 3:21
5. "Duro Timi"  Yemi AladeSizzle Pro 3:44
6. "Catch You"  Yemi AladeShady Bizniz 4:00
7. "King (Koq) [Interlude]"  Yemi AladeFliptyce 2:13
8. "Money"  Yemi AladeGospelOnDeBeatz 3:25
9. "I Like"  Yemi Alade
  • EL Mcee
  • Beat Nation
  • OJB Jezreel
 3:56
10. "Taking over Me" (featuring Phyno)
  • Yemi Alade
  • Azubuike Nelson
GospelOnDeBeatz 3:29
11. "Sugar"  Yemi AladePhilkeyz 3:18
12. "Selense" (featuring Chidinma)
  • Yemi Alade
  • Chidinma Ekile
Mr Chidoo 3:13
13. "Fall in Love"  Yemi AladeGospelOnDeBeatz 3:54
14. "Temperature" (featuring DIL)
  • Yemi Alade
  • Dil
Dil 4:00
15. "Kissing"  Yemi AladeFliptyce 3:45
16. "Tangerine" (featuring Selebobo)
  • Yemi Alade
  • Selebobo
Selebobo 3:46
17. "Daddy Oyoyo"  Yemi AladeFliptyce 3:41
Notes

Personnel

Credits adapted from the back cover of King of Queens.

  • Yemi Alade - Main artist, writer, performer
  • Koribo Harrison - Executive producer
  • Taiye Aliyu - Executive producer
  • Tpiano - Mixing, mastering
  • Clu Briz - Mixing, mastering
  • Selebobo - Featured artist, writer, producer, mixing, mastering
  • Sizzle Pro - Producer, mixing, mastering
  • Shady Bizniz - Producer, mixing, mastering
  • Philkeyz - Producer, mixing, mastering
  • Young D - Producer, mixing, mastering
  • GospelOnDeBeatz - Producer, mixing, mastering
  • DIL - Featured artist, writer, producer, mixing, mastering
  • OJB Jezreel - Producer
  • Mr Chidoo - Producer
  • Fliptyce - Producer
  • EL Mcee - Producer
  • Beat Nation - Producer
  • Bovi Ugboma - Skit
  • R2Bees - Featured artist, writer
  • Azubuike Nelson - Featured artist, writer
  • Chidinma Ekile - Featured artist, writer
  • Nasibu Juma - Featured artist, writer
  • August Udoh - Photography
  • UnravelGfx - Album art

Release history

Country/Digital platform Date Version Format Label
  • iTunes
  • Nigeria
 October 2, 2014 Standard
Effyzzie Music Group

References

  1. ↑ "King of Queens by Yemi Alade". itunes.apple.com. iTunes. 2 October 2014. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  2. ↑ "YEMI ALADE UNVEIL THE COVER OF HER DEBUT ALBUM "KING OF QUEENS"". TMZ Africa. 8 October 2014. Retrieved 9 October 2014.
  3. ↑ Anozie, Egole (11 July 2014). "Yemi Alade tours Kenya". Vanguard. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  4. 1 2 Akande, Victor (6 July 2014). "Yemi Alade shoots Tangerine video". The Nation. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  5. ↑ Ayomide, Tayo (21 October 2014). "Singer To Release 'King Of Queens' Deluxe Version". Pulse. Retrieved 3 March 2015.
  6. ↑ Alonge, Osagie (25 May 2014). "Yemi Alade names debut album 'King of Queens'...". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 9 October 2014.
  7. ↑ Opeoluwani, Akintayo (9 September 2014). "Yemi Alde's 'King of Queens' Coming Up!". Daily Times of Nigeria. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  8. 1 2 Tayo, Ayomide (23 October 2014). "Yemi Alade - King Of Queens". Pulse. Retrieved 28 October 2014.
  9. 1 2 "New Music: Yemi Alade – Kissing". Bellanaija. 10 September 2014. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  10. ↑ "Yemi Alade – Johnny (Prod. By Selebobo)". NotjustOk. 14 October 2013. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  11. ↑ Donnett, Jim (4 March 2014). "Teen Y! Music Video: Johnny by Yemi Alade". YNaija. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  12. ↑ "Yemi Alade – Johnny (French Version)". NotjustOk. 20 May 2014. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  13. ↑ "Yemi Alade – Tangerine (Prod. Selebobo)". NotjustOk. 14 April 2014. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  14. ↑ Babatunde, Omololu (9 July 2014). "Yemi Alade 'Tangerine'". Okay Africa. Retrieved 8 October 2014.
  15. ↑ Ade-Unuigbe, Desola (16 October 2014). "New Video: Yemi Alade – Kissing". Bellanaija. Retrieved 29 October 2014.
  16. ↑ "VIDEO: Yemi Alade – Taking Over Me ft. Phyno". NotjustOk. 3 February 2015. Retrieved 7 February 2015.
  17. ↑ Sanusi, Hassan (13 March 2015). "VIDEO: Yemi Alade feat. Dil – 'Temperature'". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 20 March 2015.
  18. ↑ "Yemi Alade shoots video for 'Duro Timi'". Pulse. January 13, 2015. Retrieved 7 February 2015.
  19. ↑ Donnett Jim (14 October 2014). "ALBUM REVIEW: Yemi Alade – King of Queens #KOQ". Tooxclusive. Retrieved 28 October 2014.
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