According to Nigerian musician Patoranking, his next single, “No Jonze,” would be released on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
On Thursday, October 2, the award-winning Afrobeats and Dancehall musician made the announcement via a video sample that went viral and immediately acquired popularity among fans online. The term “Jonze,” which implies to act recklessly or without seriousness, is a common Nigerian slang term that is referenced in the title. In both the song and its underlying subject, Patoranking conveys a message of resolve and focus by announcing No Jonze.
In the teaser video, the singer is shown dancing vivaciously over a backdrop of rustic bricks while wearing an olive green, military-inspired attire, gloves, and a hat. Fans can also get a taste of the track’s catchy rhythm from the excerpt, which combines elements of Patoranking’s characteristic style—Dancehall, Afrobeats, and Reggae. In keeping with the song’s title, the chorus, which features lyrics in a combination of Pidgin and English, highlights the need of taking things seriously.
One of Africa’s most diverse hitmakers, Patoranking is well-known for creating socially sensitive music in addition to upbeat party tunes. Anticipation for the upcoming single’s mid-October release is already high as it is being heralded as a possible anthem.
