Hypertension is a sprawling, 15-track declaration of Bella Shmurda’s arrival as a mainstream Afrobeats star. Moving beyond the street vulnerability of his initial EPs, the album shifts focus to themes of success, romance, and newfound luxury, notably on tracks like “New Born Fela” and the hit single “Philo” featuring Omah Lay.
The project boasts a diverse and intricate production, along with a massive roster of features, including Simi, Popcaan, and Phyno, which elevate the sonic experience.
While the album sometimes lacks the thematic focus of his earlier work, its overall range and quality solidify Bella Shmurda’s distinctive voice and musical ambition in the contemporary Nigerian music landscape.
