The Mama Africa herself, Yemi Alade, has kicked off her 2026 run with the infectious new single My Bebe. Following her previous tracks, this particular track is a bright, colourful slice of Afropop that blends her vocals with a dance-ready production. My Bebe serves as a precursor to her highly anticipated seventh studio album, signalling a Rebel Queen era that is experimental and rooted in her signature sound.
My Bebe is a high-energy track designed to move bodies. It features an enriching fusion of Highlife and modern Pop, wrapped in a production that feels nostalgic and futuristic. Yemi’s vocal performance is as charismatic as ever, full of the humour and heart that fans have come to expect. She navigates the lyrics with a playful confidence, making My Bebe an instant earworm that is likely to dominate radio airwaves and TikTok.
What makes this release stand out is its unapologetically African polish. Yemi Alade has always been a standard-bearer for the continent’s pop music, and here she continues to weave cultural norms and social perception into a package that is universally accessible. The track’s infectious hooks and radiant sound reaffirm her status as a prolific storyteller who knows exactly how to get a crowd on their feet.
As she prepares for her upcoming world tour, My Bebe acts as the perfect calling card. It’s a joyful song that celebrates the roots of African culture while pushing the boundaries of what Afropop can sound like in 2026. If this single is anything to go by, Yemi Alade is set to have one of the best years of her career, reminding everyone why she remains the reigning Queen of Afropop.
Listen to My Bebe here.
