Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake has released ‘M$NEY Live in London (Spotify Live)’, giving fans a front-row experience of his exclusive June 21 performance at London’s historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane. The live album dropped exclusively on Spotify late Wednesday, capturing the energy of the invite-only concert that celebrated his chart-topping studio album, M$NEY.
The London performance stood out for its unique orchestral arrangement, with Asake backed by a full live orchestra as he performed every track from M$NEY. The concert also featured several fresh records, including “Kings Intro,” “Psycho,” “Ako,” “Ego,” and “Bad Boy,” giving attendees an early taste of new material before its official streaming release.
Originally released in May, M$NEY has enjoyed a remarkable run on streaming platforms. The project has remained at No. 1 on Spotify Nigeria’s album chart for 12 consecutive weeks after setting a new opening-week streaming record for a Nigerian album. Its commercial success also marked another milestone for Asake following the launch of his independent label, Giran Republic.
The arrival of the live edition has sparked speculation among fans over whether ‘M$NEY Live in London (Spotify Live)’ could replace the original M$NEY album at the top of Spotify Nigeria’s chart. If that happens, it would mark a rare achievement where a live version overtakes its own studio counterpart on the platform.
Early signs point to strong demand. Shortly after its release, the live album debuted at No. 7 on Apple Music Nigeria’s Top Albums chart, reflecting significant interest despite being available exclusively on Spotify for streaming.
The release extends Asake’s momentum in 2026, a year that has seen him break streaming records, expand his global audience and experiment with live orchestral performances. By turning an intimate London showcase into a widely available live album, the singer is giving fans who missed the exclusive event an opportunity to experience one of the most talked-about Afrobeats performances of the year.
