Award-winning Ghanaian musician Fancy Gadam has officially released his highly anticipated collaboration with Nigerian Afrobeats star Rudeboy, titled I Don’t Need You, accompanied by a visually stunning music video directed by acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker Adasa Cookey.
The single, released on July 19, 2026, marks another significant milestone in Fancy Gadam’s career as he continues to expand his influence beyond Ghana through strategic collaborations with some of Africa’s biggest music stars.
The song pairs Fancy Gadam’s energetic delivery with Rudeboy’s signature soulful vocals, creating a vibrant Afropop anthem that seamlessly blends Ghanaian and Nigerian musical influences. Their chemistry shines throughout the track, delivering a catchy record expected to enjoy strong airplay and streaming numbers across the continent.
The official music video, directed by celebrated Nigerian cinematographer and filmmaker Adasa Cookey, adds an international touch to the project. Known for producing visually captivating videos for some of Africa’s biggest entertainers, Cookey delivers cinematic storytelling, stylish scenes and high production quality that elevate the collaboration.
The release has generated excitement among fans in both Ghana and Nigeria after weeks of anticipation on social media. Music enthusiasts have described I Don’t Need You as one of Fancy Gadam’s biggest releases of the year, praising the collaboration and predicting it will become a continental hit.
Born Mujahid Ahmed Bello, Fancy Gadam has built a reputation as one of Ghana’s leading Afropop artistes and a proud ambassador of Northern Ghana’s music industry. Over the years, he has collaborated with renowned artistes including Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Patoranking, Mr Eazi, Shatta Wale and Kuami Eugene, consistently pushing Northern Ghanaian music onto the international stage.
Rudeboy, widely recognised as one-half of the legendary Nigerian duo P-Square before launching a successful solo career, brings decades of experience and star power to the project, making the collaboration one of the most notable cross-border musical partnerships of 2026.
With I Don’t Need You, Fancy Gadam once again demonstrates his ability to bridge cultures through music while reinforcing his status as one of Ghana’s most successful musical exports.
Fans can stream the song on major digital platforms or watch the official music video on YouTube.