The Invasion (album)

The Invasion
Studio album by P-Square
Released July 29, 2011
Genre R&B
Label Square Records
P-Square chronology
Danger
(2009)		 The Invasion
(2011)		 Greatest Hits
(2013)
Singles from The Invasion
  1. "Forever"
  2. "Chop My Money"
  3. "Beautiful Onyinye"

The Invasion is the fifth studio album by Nigerian duo P-Square, released on July 29, 2011 by Square Records.[1] It sold over 1 million copies in the first four days of its release.[2] The album features guest appearances from Tiwa Savage, Naeto C, Waje, May D, Eva Alordiah, Muna, Akon and Rick Ross. It produced three singles—"Beautiful Onyinye", "Chop My Money" and "Forever". The album was number 1 on Steezz's list of the 11 best selling Nigerian albums of 2011.[3]

Promotion

To promote and celebrate the release of their fifth studio album, the duo put together a concert dubbed "The Invasion Concert" which was held at the Expo Hall of Eko Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria on July 30, 2011. It featured additional performances from May D, Lynxxx, Eva Alordiah, Muna, 9ice, Ikechuwku, and Bovi.[4][5]

Composition

Musical style

The Invasion is a well rounded multifaceted album that's composed of R&B, reggae, hip hop, europop and contemporary highlife sounds. "Beautiful Onyinye" and "Forever" are R&B records that cater to R&B lovers, while "Player" and "Jeje" cater to europop lovers. "She's Hot" and "Me and My Brother" are reggae ridims that explore the depths of the reggae music genre. "Shake It Down Low" caters to hip hop lovers who are fans of lyrical content and mesmerizing beats.

Lyrical themes

The album primarily focuses on love, wealth, success, and nightlife. On the records "Beautiful Onyinye", "Forever" and "She's Hot", the brothers expressed the love, affection, and emotional outburst they share with their significant others. On the "Chop My Money" and "Me and My Brother" records, the duo talked about their vast wealth and the blessings that have been bestowed upon them. The "Shake It Down Low" and "Do As I Do" records celebrate and explore the feelings and excitement of nightlife.

Singles

"Forever" was released as the first single from the album. In an interview with Factory 78 TV, the duo hinted to possibly releasing a video for the song. However, the duo released videos for "Chop My Money" and "Beautiful Onyinye" thereafter.[6] The reasons for not shooting a video for the song are still unclear.

"Chop My Money" was released as the album's second single. The song, which was produced by Fliptyce, features vocals from Akon and May D. P-Square recorded the song shortly after signing a partnership deal with Akon's Konvict Muzik.

"Beautiful Onyinye" was released as the third single from the album. The song features Rick Ross and was met with critical acclaim. The duo recorded the song shortly after signing partnership deals with Akon's Konvict Muzik and Universal Music Group.

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Naijaura8.5/10[7]
360nobs6.1/10[8]
Mix Rhythm[9]
Leadership9/10[10]

Upon its release, The Invasion was met with mixed reviews from music critics. Many critics felt the album was recycled and lacked originality. Others praised the album for its lyrical content, sound, composure, and depth. The album was reviewed by Mix Rhythm, 360nobs, Leadership and Naijaura. The latter of the four assigned a score of 8.5 out of 10, while the former gave the album a 3.5 out of 5 adding that the album "was well packaged in terms of graphics, nice photo shots, lyrics and a captivating album art cover". 360nobs gave the album an overall score of 6.1 out of 10 while adding that "the invasion is not yet complete". Leadership newspaper gave a rating of 9 out of 10.

Accolades

The Invasion received numerous accolades. The album garnered the Album of the Year and Best R&B/Pop Album awards at The Headies 2012. The album's singles enabled the duo to win several local and international awards across the globe.[11]

Year Awards ceremony Award description(s) Results
2012 The Headies Album of the Year Won
Best R&B/Pop Album

Track listing

No. TitleWriter(s) Length
1. "Beautiful Onyinye"  P-Square 4:52
2. "Chop My Money" (featuring May D)P-Square, May D 4:32
3. "Asamkpokoto"  P-Square 4:30
4. "Do As I Do" (featuring Tiwa Savage and May D)
 4:06
5. "Forever"  P-Square 4:29
6. "Me and My Brother"  P-Square 4:05
7. "Jeje" (featuring Waje)
 4:49
8. "Bunieya Enu"  P-Square 4:44
9. "Ole Buruku"  P-Square 4:03
10. "Player"  P-Square 4:58
11. "She's Hot" (featuring Naeto C)
 4:53
12. "Fire"  P-Square 4:19
13. "Anything" (P-Square)P-Square 3:43
14. "Shake It Down Low" (featuring Muna and Eva Alordiah)
 3:37

Personnel

Release history

Region Date Format Label
Worldwide July 29, 2011 CD, Digital download Square Records

References

  1. ↑ "The Invasion by P-Square". Itunes. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  2. ↑ "P-SQUARE INVASION ALBUM SELLS OVER A MILLION COPY IN FOUR DAYS". Naijamayor. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  3. ↑ "11 best selling Nigerian albums of 2011". steezz. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  4. ↑ "Tiwa Savage, Lynxxx, Muna & others shine At P-Square Invasion Concert [PHOTOS]". Korrectnation. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  5. ↑ "P-Square Invasion Concert… In Pictures". Jaguda. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  6. ↑ P-Square (2011). Factory78 - Jude Okoye, P-Square & MayD interview. (Afrobeats Festival... (youtube). London: Youtube. Event occurs at 14:35. Retrieved August 21, 2013.
  7. ↑ "P-Square Invasion Album Review!!!". Naijaura. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  8. ↑ "P Square – The Invasion …Nigerian Listening E.A.R. (Essential Album Rating)". 360nobs. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  9. ↑ "P-Square- The Invasion (Album Review)". MixRhythm. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  10. ↑ "Album Review: P-Square Back With A Bang". Leadership Nigeria. Retrieved 21 August 2013.
  11. ↑ "THE HEADIES AWARD 2012: Complete List Of All The Winners!!!! - Celebrities - Nairaland". Nairaland. Retrieved 21 August 2013.

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