Asake’s Red Bull Symphonic Performance Goes Live on YouTube

Afrobeats continues its global takeover as Nigerian music powerhouse Asake drops the full Red Bull Symphonic performance on YouTube, a historic moment that seamlessly blends street vibes with classical grandeur and cements his status as one of the most exciting artists in the world right now.

The Red Bull Symphonic series, known for reimagining contemporary music with orchestral arrangements, has hosted major acts like Rick Ross and Metro Boomin, but Asake became the first African artist ever to headline the U.S. edition of the show at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre earlier this year.

The full performance now available on Asake’s official YouTube channel captures the sold-out spectacle where the Lagos-born singer reinterpreted his biggest hits backed by a 33-piece orchestra under the direction of conductor Glenn Alexander II. Highlights include orchestral renditions of fan favorites like “MMS”, with strings swelling alongside the crowd’s energy, and electrifying guest appearances that elevated the night even further.

Already in just hours after upload, the video has drawn impressive engagement, giving fans around the world a chance to witness the cultural collision of Afrobeats, fújì, and Amapiano with sweeping symphonic arrangements.

Among the crowd-pleasing moments was Wizkid’s surprise appearance on stage. Other featured guests reportedly included charting artists like Central Cee and Fridayy, making it not just a genre milestone but a star-studded cultural moment.

Asake’s Red Bull Symphonic performance isn’t just another concert release; it’s a symbol of Afrobeats’ versatility and power. By translating street-rooted rhythms into an orchestral setting without losing their soul, he showed how the genre can thrive in unexpected musical contexts.

Critics and fans alike have hailed the performance as more than a novelty, but as a validation of Afrobeats’ global reach and artistic depth. And with his upcoming projects, including the collaborative Wizkid EP and a highly anticipated album titled “Money”, Asake shows no signs of slowing down.