After years away from the spotlight, Solidstar—the Delta-born crooner behind timeless hits like "One in a Million"—reclaims his throne with ‘Melomania’, his fourth studio album. This is a heartfelt reunion with fans who’ve longed for his vocals and Afropop magic.‘Melomania’ opens with “Daalu,” a gratitude-laden ode to divine grace, before shifting gears into the dancefloor-ready “Outside” and “Emotional Damage,” where Solidstar’s delivery meets groove. Tracks like “Better” and “Tinini Tanana” showcase his depth—the former is defiant against naysayers, and the latter is a sharp, catchy critique of Nigeria’s economic struggles, wrapped in minimalist production that lets his voice soar.But it’s in the love songs where Solidstar truly shines. “Legalise” drips with honeyed sincerity, his voice a tender reminder of Afropop’s golden era, while the closing “Hold Me” merges R&B and dancehall into a desperate, sensual plea for lasting intimacy. Collaborations with Fiokee and Selebobo add nostalgic yet fresh textures, bridging his classic sound with modern flair."Melomania represents my abnormal love for music," Solidstar shares. "Every track on this album comes from deep within, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to express myself through this solid body of work."At 35, Solidstar hasn’t just returned—he’s evolved. Melomania balances vulnerability and vibrancy, proving that some voices only grow richer with time. Welcome back, Solidstar. We missed you.
Melomania is now available on all streaming platforms.
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Tracklisting
- “Daalu” (Prod by Vunda)
- “Outside” (Prod by P Banks)
- “Emotional Damage” (Prod by Dripsbeat)
- “Tiled Roads” (Prod by Dripsbeat)
- “Better” (Prod by Dripsbeat)
- “Tinini Tanana” (Prod by P Banks)
- “Legalise” (Prod by Joha Records)
- “Mikasa Sukasa” (Prod by Dripsbeat)
- “Left & Right” (Prod by Dripsbeat)
- “Shut Down” (Prod by Bobberry beat)
- “Hold Me” (Prod by Tydo eat)