Talk (Modola song)
| "Talk" | |
|---|---|
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| Single by Modola | |
| from the EP New Light | |
| Released | February 21, 2025 |
| Genre | Afro pop |
| Length | 2:30 |
| Label |
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| Songwriter | Temidola Awosika |
| Producer | Skitter |
"Talk" is a single by Italian-based Nigerian singer and songwriter Modola, It was released on 21 February 2025 through PG Records. "Talk" peaked at number 46 on TurnTable charts Top Afro-Pop Songs and number 59 on TurnTable Top 100.[1] It serves as the lead single from her debut extended play New Light.[2]
Background
In 2024, Modola secured a recording contract with PG Records, After a TikTok freestyle, in 2025 Modola unveil the single.[3][4]
Music video
The song's accompanying music video premiered on April 11, 2025,[5] on Modola's Vevo account on YouTube and was directed by Olisa Mani.[6] The video opens with a magazine cover of Modola, with the Title who is Modola.[7][8]
Critical reception and live performances
Talk received generally positive reviews from music critics. Writing for Vanguard, Emmanuel Daraloye praised the song's production, called it a fire-cracker single review saying "The vocals and sounds surely does have a reconnect to memory as though it’s something you have heard or can sing along while you listen."[9] In June 2025, Modola performed "Talk" at a concert by Diamond Platnumz; the event was held at the Royal Albert Hall.[10]
Credits and personnel
Credits adapted from Apple Music.[11]
Personnel
- Temidola Awosika – Vocals, Lyrics, Composer
- Isreal (Skitter) Elisha – Producer
- Bolatito Obisanya – Co-Producer
- Marqai – Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer, Recording Engineer
Charts
Weekly charts
| Chart (2025) | Peak
position |
|---|---|
| Nigeria (TurnTable Top 100) | 59 |
| Top Afro-Pop Songs (TurnTable)[12] | 46 |
| Official Streaming Songs (TurnTable)[13] | 55 |
References
- ↑ "TurnTable Charts | Official Nigeria Top 100". www.turntablecharts.com. Retrieved 2025-08-11.
- ↑ Anthony (2025-08-09). "MODOLA's new Light EP: A 14-Minute journey into a budding Afrobeats sensation". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-08-13.
- ↑ "MODOLA Is in Her Breakout 'Talk' Year". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2025-08-11.
- ↑ Boluwatife (2025-04-02). "Modola: The Afrobeat Star Ready to "Talk" and Take Over". LagosJump Radio. Retrieved 2025-08-13.
- ↑ "Modola Showcases Her Charisma in the Eye-Catching Video for 'Talk'". Purp Kulture. 2025-04-12. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ↑ Mithika, Boniface. "Modola: Nigeria's Afrobeats star debuts video for hit song 'Talk'". The Standard. Retrieved 2026-01-31.
- ↑ "Modola unveils official video for debut single Talk - Expression Africa". 2025-04-14. Retrieved 2025-08-13.
- ↑ "Modola Unveils Stunning Music Video For Debut Single 'Talk'". 2025-04-12. Retrieved 2025-08-13.
- ↑ Emmanuel, Daraloye (2025-04-03). "Music Review: 'Farò incetta di chiavacci' — TALK declares MODOLA a powerhouse and firecracker". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-08-14.
- ↑ Yusuf, Ayo (2025-06-17). "Diamond Platnumz, Modola thrill fans in an exclusive live performance at the London Royal Albert Hall". This Day. Retrieved 2025-08-14.
- ↑ Talk by Modola on Apple Music, 2025-02-21, retrieved 2026-04-29
- ↑ "Top Afro-POP Songs". TurnTable Charts. TurnTable. Retrieved 5 March 2023.
- ↑ "TurnTable Charts | Official Streaming Songs". www.turntablecharts.com. Retrieved 2025-08-11.