"Don't Dull" is a song by Nigerian singer
Wizkid
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), better known as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. Born in the Ojuelegba suburb of Surulere, Lagos, Wizkid is a voice in the emerging Afrobeats movement. His music is a blend of Afrobea ...
. Produced entirely by Samklef, the song was released as the third single from his debut studio album, ''
Superstar
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'' (2011). The song's production features talking drums and is infused with traditional Nigerian elements. A departure from Wizkid's teen heartthrob sound, "Don't Dull" showcases the singer's indigenous influences and street appeal.
Critical reception
In a review for ''
The Native
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History
''The Na ...
'' magazine, Debola Abimbolu said "Don't Dull" "established Wizkid's street appeal" and called it a "cult classic".
Remix
Akon
Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam (born April 16, 1973), known mononymously as Akon (), is a Senegalese-United States, American singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer, businessman, and philanthropist. An influ ...
was featured on the official remix. A snippet of the remix was leaked on 26 October 2011.
reported that both parties didn't set a release date.
According to an article posted on the website Information Nigeria, Akon expressed interest in collaborating with Wizkid after watching him perform at an event in the UK.
Release history
References
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2011 singles
Wizkid songs
Akon songs
2011 songs
Songs written by Wizkid