John Dee and Otega link up on a new collaborative record titled “Opay.” The song pairs two creative performers on one track, with John Dee handling the singing side and Otega bringing his rap delivery and melodic street-hop style into the mix.

“Opay” blends contemporary Afrobeats with street-inspired sounds, and that combination is the whole point of the record. John Dee gets room to show his musical range here, while Otega does what he has become known for. The contrast between the two voices is what gives the song its shape.

Otega is not a newcomer to this kind of setup. He has built a name for himself in the Nigerian music scene through a run of releases and collaborations. Working alongside a singer like John Dee fits that pattern well, so the link makes sense on paper before you even press play.

Listeners who follow street-hop and Afrobeats side by side should find plenty to like in how the two performers trade space. Have you heard “Opay” yet? Tell us your verdict in the comments.