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A Review of Burna Boy No Sign of Weakness Album. Burna Boy Is at His Boldest on New Album No Sign Of Weakness
Burna Boy Is at His Boldest on New Album, “No Sign Of Weakness.” A Review of Burna Boy's No Sign Of Weakness Album.
Burna Boy has spent the last five years proving that Afrobeats doesn't have to follow a fixed formula to travel far. Since his global breakthrough with "African Giant" in 2019, he has gone on to headline stadiums, win a Grammy, and perform on the world's biggest stages. Whether in London, Paris, or New York, he pulls massive crowds. Burna Boy has made it clear that he's not just a Nigerian superstar, but a global force. And with his eighth studio album, "No Sign Of Weakness", he reminds us once again: he's still on top, and he's not slowing down.
Unlike his more emotional sixth album Love, Damini, this project doesn't focus on heartbreak or healing. Instead, "No Sign Of Weakness" is full of confidence, bold energy, and a strong message. From the lyrics to the beats, the album is built around that idea.
He sets the tone right from the beginning with "No Panic." It's not his usual slow or reflective opener. Instead, it's full of swagger and sharp lines. "Get everything pass all of them / No know who dey gas all of them / Me I just dey laugh all of them," he sings. He uses the popular Nigerian slang "Them dey whine me, I no panic" to say he's not bothered by gossip or drama. He even addresses past rumours, like being accused of kidnapping someone, brushing them off with the same calm: "Them say I kidnap one of them / But I just dey laugh all of them."
On the second track, the album's title song "No Sign Of Weakness," Burna Boy uses a deep, processed voice at the beginning to deliver a strong message: "Weakness does not need permission to take over your life / It only needs space…" He then jumps into a rap flow, taking shots at critics and praising his own strength. The track even samples Ghostface Killah's "Mighty Healthy," adding a bold, old-school touch.
Burna Boy has always known how to mix genres. On "Buy You Life," he uses a highlife rhythm that reminds listeners of his earlier love song "Onyeka" from Twice As Tall. But this time, he's not singing about romance. Instead, he offers a warning: "You dey chase this money all your life / All the money no fit buy you life." The beat is light, but the message hits hard that money isn't everything.
"Love," produced by Dre Skull, plays with expectations. With a title like that, one might expect a romantic song. But Burna Boy goes a different way, using the track to talk about self-worth and loyalty. "No go dey live your life to impress anybody / 'Cause some people worse pass Satan / Na who love me I go love," he sings over a smooth, mid-tempo beat with a steady bassline.
Then comes "TaTaTa," a Brazilian funk-powered track featuring Travis Scott. The song is loud, sexual, and full of energy. The title itself is a slang word that hints at sex, and Burna makes it even more direct by name-dropping Baltasar Engonga, the Equatorial Guinean man who went viral after explicit sex videos of him surfaced. "Badder than Baltasar Engonga," he sings, matching the chaotic and wild energy of the beat. Travis Scott's rap adds to the fire.
On "Come Gimme," Burna keeps the sensual tone going. The song feels like a playful conversation between him and a woman, inviting her for a private link-up. It's soft, catchy, and fits well into the album's balance of serious messages and fun vibes.
"Dem Dey" brings the tempo back up. It's a bold and confrontational song, based on a freestyle Burna once made in response to socialite Sophia Egbeju after a viral scandal. It flips Lagbaja's 2000 hit "Gra Gra," and Burna's delivery is full of pride and confidence. The beat makes it perfect for the dancefloor, even as he throws jabs at haters.
"Sweet Love" shifts the mood again. Unlike his usual heartfelt love songs, this reggae-tinged track feels more relaxed and experimental. Burna pushes both sound and subject here, keeping it cool while reflecting on what love means in a world full of distractions.
"28 Grams" is another interesting turn. The beat is inspired by early-2000s Nigerian street pop, particularly the rhythm of Konto and Galala. Burna uses it to build a stoner anthem, joining his past weed-themed songs like "Rizzla" and "Smoke Some Weed." It's hazy, carefree, and deeply rooted in his older style.
"Kabiyesi" stands out with its EDM-inspired production. While it doesn't offer much in terms of lyrics, it carries an energetic, braggadocious vibe. "I never sing one million song, still no go talk finish," Burna chants, proving he can still make hits even when he's just having fun.'
One of the most interesting tracks on the album is "Empty Chairs." Teased before its release and featuring the legendary Mick Jagger, it blends rock and Afro-fusion. The chorus feels a bit off, but the verses carry two clear messages. First, Burna claims his place on the throne with lines like, "You might think that you're sitting on a throne / But to me, it's just an empty chair…" Then, he switches the meaning, taking shots at internet trolls who say his concerts aren't sold out: "And in my sold-out shows, looking for empty chairs".
Toward the end, "No Sign Of Weakness" brings back some familiar sounds. "Update," which samples Soul II Soul's "Back to Life," is another confident track where Burna declares, "On a normal day, dem no fit touch my energy."
On "Pardon," he joins forces with Belgian artist Stromae, letting the guest take the lead on a smooth collaboration. Then comes "Bundle by Bundle," where Burna flexes his wealth again on a catchy log-drum beat.
On "Change your mind”, Burna Boy features the American artiste, Shaboozey, on the Afro-Country song that sings about a lover to change her mind. It’s a reflective song that will make you emotional.
The album closes with "Born Winner," a typical Burna Boy outro, emotional, reflective, and powerful. A preacher's voice opens and closes the song, reminding listeners about self-worth and belief: "You are born to be great... Never say to yourself, 'I am confused, I am a loser'..." Between these words, Burna delivers a fiery verse about his journey and rise to fame.
"No Sign Of Weakness" may not be Burna Boy's most emotionally revealing project, but it doesn't need to be. What it offers instead is a clear, confident reaffirmation of his place at the top. Across sounds that stretch from Brazilian funk to Afro-country and messages that swing between boastful and thoughtful, Burna shows that he's still evolving as an artist, unafraid to try new directions.
Even when the lyrics don't cut deep, the intention is sharp that he is not here to explain or convince anyone. He's here to dominate. And after more than a decade of global impact, "No Sign Of Weakness" proves he's still doing just that, on his terms, at his own pace, and without looking back.
TrendyBeatz Rating of Burna Boy "No Sign of Weakness Album": Lyricism – 1.3 Tracklisting – 1.0 Sound Engineering – 1.3 Vocalisation – 1.4 Listening Experience – 1.5 Rating: 6.5/10
Burna Boy has spent the last five years proving that Afrobeats doesn't have to follow a fixed formula to travel far. Since his global breakthrough with "African Giant" in 2019, he has gone on to headline stadiums, win a Grammy, and perform on the world's biggest stages. Whether in London, Paris, or New York, he pulls massive crowds. Burna Boy has made it clear that he's not just a Nigerian superstar, but a global force. And with his eighth studio album, "No Sign Of Weakness", he reminds us once again: he's still on top, and he's not slowing down.
Unlike his more emotional sixth album Love, Damini, this project doesn't focus on heartbreak or healing. Instead, "No Sign Of Weakness" is full of confidence, bold energy, and a strong message. From the lyrics to the beats, the album is built around that idea.
He sets the tone right from the beginning with "No Panic." It's not his usual slow or reflective opener. Instead, it's full of swagger and sharp lines. "Get everything pass all of them / No know who dey gas all of them / Me I just dey laugh all of them," he sings. He uses the popular Nigerian slang "Them dey whine me, I no panic" to say he's not bothered by gossip or drama. He even addresses past rumours, like being accused of kidnapping someone, brushing them off with the same calm: "Them say I kidnap one of them / But I just dey laugh all of them."
On the second track, the album's title song "No Sign Of Weakness," Burna Boy uses a deep, processed voice at the beginning to deliver a strong message: "Weakness does not need permission to take over your life / It only needs space…" He then jumps into a rap flow, taking shots at critics and praising his own strength. The track even samples Ghostface Killah's "Mighty Healthy," adding a bold, old-school touch.
Burna Boy has always known how to mix genres. On "Buy You Life," he uses a highlife rhythm that reminds listeners of his earlier love song "Onyeka" from Twice As Tall. But this time, he's not singing about romance. Instead, he offers a warning: "You dey chase this money all your life / All the money no fit buy you life." The beat is light, but the message hits hard that money isn't everything.
"Love," produced by Dre Skull, plays with expectations. With a title like that, one might expect a romantic song. But Burna Boy goes a different way, using the track to talk about self-worth and loyalty. "No go dey live your life to impress anybody / 'Cause some people worse pass Satan / Na who love me I go love," he sings over a smooth, mid-tempo beat with a steady bassline.
Then comes "TaTaTa," a Brazilian funk-powered track featuring Travis Scott. The song is loud, sexual, and full of energy. The title itself is a slang word that hints at sex, and Burna makes it even more direct by name-dropping Baltasar Engonga, the Equatorial Guinean man who went viral after explicit sex videos of him surfaced. "Badder than Baltasar Engonga," he sings, matching the chaotic and wild energy of the beat. Travis Scott's rap adds to the fire.
On "Come Gimme," Burna keeps the sensual tone going. The song feels like a playful conversation between him and a woman, inviting her for a private link-up. It's soft, catchy, and fits well into the album's balance of serious messages and fun vibes.
"Dem Dey" brings the tempo back up. It's a bold and confrontational song, based on a freestyle Burna once made in response to socialite Sophia Egbeju after a viral scandal. It flips Lagbaja's 2000 hit "Gra Gra," and Burna's delivery is full of pride and confidence. The beat makes it perfect for the dancefloor, even as he throws jabs at haters.
"Sweet Love" shifts the mood again. Unlike his usual heartfelt love songs, this reggae-tinged track feels more relaxed and experimental. Burna pushes both sound and subject here, keeping it cool while reflecting on what love means in a world full of distractions.
"28 Grams" is another interesting turn. The beat is inspired by early-2000s Nigerian street pop, particularly the rhythm of Konto and Galala. Burna uses it to build a stoner anthem, joining his past weed-themed songs like "Rizzla" and "Smoke Some Weed." It's hazy, carefree, and deeply rooted in his older style.
"Kabiyesi" stands out with its EDM-inspired production. While it doesn't offer much in terms of lyrics, it carries an energetic, braggadocious vibe. "I never sing one million song, still no go talk finish," Burna chants, proving he can still make hits even when he's just having fun.'
One of the most interesting tracks on the album is "Empty Chairs." Teased before its release and featuring the legendary Mick Jagger, it blends rock and Afro-fusion. The chorus feels a bit off, but the verses carry two clear messages. First, Burna claims his place on the throne with lines like, "You might think that you're sitting on a throne / But to me, it's just an empty chair…" Then, he switches the meaning, taking shots at internet trolls who say his concerts aren't sold out: "And in my sold-out shows, looking for empty chairs".
Toward the end, "No Sign Of Weakness" brings back some familiar sounds. "Update," which samples Soul II Soul's "Back to Life," is another confident track where Burna declares, "On a normal day, dem no fit touch my energy."
On "Pardon," he joins forces with Belgian artist Stromae, letting the guest take the lead on a smooth collaboration. Then comes "Bundle by Bundle," where Burna flexes his wealth again on a catchy log-drum beat.
On "Change your mind”, Burna Boy features the American artiste, Shaboozey, on the Afro-Country song that sings about a lover to change her mind. It’s a reflective song that will make you emotional.
The album closes with "Born Winner," a typical Burna Boy outro, emotional, reflective, and powerful. A preacher's voice opens and closes the song, reminding listeners about self-worth and belief: "You are born to be great... Never say to yourself, 'I am confused, I am a loser'..." Between these words, Burna delivers a fiery verse about his journey and rise to fame.
"No Sign Of Weakness" may not be Burna Boy's most emotionally revealing project, but it doesn't need to be. What it offers instead is a clear, confident reaffirmation of his place at the top. Across sounds that stretch from Brazilian funk to Afro-country and messages that swing between boastful and thoughtful, Burna shows that he's still evolving as an artist, unafraid to try new directions.
Even when the lyrics don't cut deep, the intention is sharp that he is not here to explain or convince anyone. He's here to dominate. And after more than a decade of global impact, "No Sign Of Weakness" proves he's still doing just that, on his terms, at his own pace, and without looking back.
TrendyBeatz Rating of Burna Boy "No Sign of Weakness Album": Lyricism – 1.3 Tracklisting – 1.0 Sound Engineering – 1.3 Vocalisation – 1.4 Listening Experience – 1.5 Rating: 6.5/10
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