This Year

About this song

Soul of Afrika has kicked off 2026 with a powerful declaration anthem, "This Year", resonating deeply within the Nigerian music industry and across the continent. This inspiring track serves as a beacon of hope and resilience, quickly gaining traction and appearing on Shazam charts in Ghana, Zambia, Uganda, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Kenya. The collective, identified as a Nigerian Afro-Gospel choir, delivers a message of faith and determination that speaks to the aspirations of many.

The collective known as Soul of Afrika has steadily built a reputation for their uplifting sound. Prior to "This Year", they released the impactful Afrika Rise - EP in 2025, which featured notable tracks such as "Blessings", "Grace Echo", "No Weapon", "Rise & Shine", and "Groove Spirit". Their consistent delivery of faith-filled music has positioned them as a significant voice in the contemporary African music scene, particularly within the vibrant Nigerian Afro-Gospel genre.

"This Year" is a compelling blend of Afro-Gospel and Afro-fusion, characterized by its rhythmic energy and conscious lyrics. The track's production, handled by the talented Emanvee, showcases a dynamic arrangement that underpins its powerful message. The song's use of pidgin English further connects with a broad African audience, addressing themes of struggle, hope, and an unbreakable spirit. A snippet of the verified lyrics captures its essence:

This year, this year I speak it, I claim it, I walk in it.
Yeah, yeah, I know they guess my future, I declare war from my mouth.
Never come this year, I know be random program, every single step they follow His plan.
I know they move by fear, I move by faith, anything will oppose me by a break.

For fans eager to experience the full impact of Soul of Afrika's latest hit, "This Year" is available for download. Get the free audio MP3 and add this inspiring track to your playlist. Support African music and stream Soul of Afrika's 2026 release on Ticket9ja today!