Nigerian singer and songwriter Seyi Shay has just released “Love and War,” a new single featuring French artist Vegedream, marking the beginning of a new musical chapter ahead of her forthcoming project,  ‘Born Again’ scheduled for 2027.

Built around a distinctly Reggae sound, “Love and War” draws from the genre’s familiar rhythms, with an upbeat, danceable production that recalls the energy of classic Jamaican Reggae. The record incorporates the recognisable “Skidip” hook associated with Reggae legend Barrington Levy, which appears at different points in the song, adding a nostalgic element to its contemporary arrangement.

Over the lively production, Seyi Shay explores the complexities of a relationship coming to an end. Her verses move between memories of a once-promising romance and the realisation that it is time to move on. The chorus brings this sentiment together with the line, “All is fair in love and war,” as she approaches heartbreak with a mixture of acceptance, confidence and playful defiance.

Vegedream adds another dimension to the record. Singing in French, the artist maintains the song’s Reggae rhythm while bringing his own vocal character to the collaboration. His contribution complements Seyi Shay’s delivery, bringing a French-language verse to the Reggae-driven collaboration without disrupting the song’s overall sound.

The release also places Seyi Shay’s career back in focus. Over the years, she has occupied an important position in the development of Nigerian Pop, particularly in expanding the possibilities for female artists within the industry. With her international outlook, pop sensibility, and willingness to experiment across genres, she helped establish a blueprint that has influenced how female pop stars approach music, performance, and visual identity today.

Her return with “Love and War” offers an opportunity to explore another side of that artistry. Seyi Shay approaches this new chapter with the confidence of an artist whose experiences have continued to shape her sound and perspective.

Listen to “Love and War” here.