Nigerian rapper and singer Blaqbonez stars in music video for new single “Chanel” feat Asake

21 May

Blaqbonez - Chanel (feat. Asake) [Official Music Video]

Nigerian stars Blaqbonez and Asake join forces for what is already proving to be one of the most powerful and exciting collaborations in Afrobeats this year — the irresistible new single "Chanel." The pairing brings together two of Nigeria's most dynamic and distinctive voices, each at the height of their creative powers, and the result is a record that crackles with energy, confidence, and an undeniable sense of occasion.

Blaqbonez, celebrated for his razor-sharp lyricism, his quick wit, and his ability to move between rap and melodic Afrobeats with effortless fluidity, finds a compelling creative partner in Asake — an artist whose meteoric rise has been nothing short of extraordinary, and whose distinctive vocal style and infectious energy have made him one of the most beloved and sought-after names in contemporary African music.

Blaqbonez teams up with Asake on “Chanel” one of the most anticipated Nigerian releases of 2026.
Already generating massive momentum online with over 2.5 million views across socials before its official release, “Chanel” quickly became a fan favorite thanks to Blaqbonez’s signature charisma, sharp wit, and larger-than-life energy. As the buzz continued to grow, Asake , an early supporter of the record — joined the track, bringing his unmistakable melodies and explosive presence to elevate the anthem even further.
Together, Blaqbonez and Asake create a stylish, infectious anthem that captures the spirit of living boldly, moving differently, and embracing success unapologetically.
Director(s) - Christian Saint@christivnsaint, Edgar Esteves @edgaresteves
@blaqbonez x@mrmoney -"CHANEL" Official music video
Prodiction- lion Sua-Productes @lautos arodulan sudios x New Saint Corp
@newsaintcorp
EP(s) - Edgar Esteves @edgaresteves, Marquis Abrahams @richiealmshouse
BlagBonez MGMT - Morin @mOrrin
Asake MGMT - Mark @Officialkapouk
Shadou - Sameer Malik @directedbysameer, Elina lhelska
UK Production
EP/Producer - Rheon Armotrading@Rheonwoe
1st AD - Zayna Dar @zaynadar_
Production Assistant - Antonio Poplauschi @antonio.productions
Production Assistant - Shadee@shadeeyaghoubi
Production Assistant -@Princemoneey
Post Edit
Editor - Ivo Bright @ivbri
Colorist - Anna @anna.grades_
VFX Post House - Post Box
Title Card Graphics -@marceltettey
Camera
DOP - Hal Pilkington @halpilkington
1st AC - Oliver Chum @oliver.churm
2nd AC - Samuel Harvey @saam_haarvey
Cam Trainee - Gemma Barkaway @gemmabarkawaycamera
Camera Kit Hire -@theunitbag
Lighting
Gaffer - Solar Buckler @Solar_corp_lights @Solar_buckler
Spark - Sasha Hunter@Hunter.on.set
Spark - Lordann @loredann_
Light Trainee - Stefan Krastev @Smiley_wav
Light Trainee - Wil Fleming @wsfleming_
Spark Trainee - Jonathan Bland @jonbland56
Kit Hire - @Greenkitlondon @Solar_corp_lights
Credits | Chanel- Blaqbonez x Asake
Set Designer - Hara Spyrou @hara_spyrou
Art Assistant - Tashanne Grey @thetashgrey
Wardrobe + HMU
HMUA - Paige Cole @paigecolemakeup
Stylist & Fashion Direction - Marcus Ash@marcuspancho Stylist (Blaq) - Naomi Andrews @wearealtworld @naiissance
Stylist (Asake) - Sani Succi @sanusucci
Styling Coordinator (Blaq) - Murina Cotletz @Mirunacotletz
Styling Assistant - Abo Ash@styledbyabo
Styling Assistant - Samuel Ussher@samuel_ussher_
Styling Assistant - Lisa @lisavieirax
Styling Assistant - Jason @Jaseokoh
Cast
Talent Agent -@ashagency7
Models - @mvpx1337, @Princemoney, @itszaintwumasi, @tomitan_333, @not.mayowa, @xochiomaa, @m.baye2.0, @wprincessteresa@naomiakimana_
BTS
BTS Stills + Video - Tola Adisa @visualbyta
Film Photography - Lovell Small @lovell.small
BTS Photography - @isabell_sgr
Video & Photography - Rasheed @rasheedalfa_
Runner - Jasper Cairns @jaspee0
Runner - Ronan Nguyen @phopapi Runner - Jeason Hanson@film.json
Runner - Shai Hector @_official.s 1
Runner - Tobi @mvpx1337
Runner - Ibnardo @ibnardo
Artwork Models:
Naomi akimana
DOluwatomitan Israel
Teresa Williams
Constant Omorogbe
Photographer
Tola Adisa
Blaqbonez (born Akumefule Chukwuemeka George) is a Nigerian rapper and singer-songwriter known for his chops as an audacious lyricist, energetic flow, and witty wordplay. Signed to Chocolate City Music, the self-proclaimed, "Best Rapper in Africa" (BRIA), grew to mainstream consciousness in 2019 and has since solidified his place in the industry meshing his Igbo, Yoruba and Urhobo cultural upbringing with music influences from Afropop, trap, and hip hop, to electronic music. He was recognised by The New York Times as one of the "new guards" of Nigerian music in the same year.