Album: Alpha by First King

Alpha is the latest studio album from Beninese singer-songwriter First King, marking a significant new chapter in his musical evolution. Known for his journey from rap beginnings to a broader Afrosounds identity, First King delivers a 13-track project that blends faith, cultural pride, and collaborative energy into a cohesive artistic statement.

Released on August 28, 2026 under Spiritual Music, the album arrives as a testament to First King's growth as an artist who started his career at 18 with a rap orientation before developing a wider musical register .

Alpha is rooted in the Afrosounds universe, showcasing First King's evolution as he mixes different sonic textures with meaningful lyrical themes. The album opens with "Ayoyo (Intro)" before moving through tracks like "Orlando," "Je suis béni," and "Vivo" featuring Asso Rêve .

The project balances solo tracks with carefully selected collaborations, presenting different facets of First King's artistic universe. The title "Je suis béni" (I Am Blessed) has become one of the most visible tracks from the album, with its message of gratitude and recognition resonating deeply with listeners. The song entered the Top 20 on Apple Music Bénin less than two weeks after the album's release .

A central theme running through Alpha is unwavering faith in divine destiny. The track "Mon Djin Enan Tchi" (It's Going to Be Like That), sung primarily in Fon with French passages, carries a powerful message about the unshakeable nature of God's plan. The song affirms that what God has destined for a person's life cannot be erased by human will, with the memorable line: "Tu m'aimes ou pas, je m'en fous, c'est Dieu qui bénit" (Whether you love me or not, I don't care, it's God who blesses) .

Produced by Cryx Beat and released under Spiritual Music, the track's official video was directed by Lio Tubel and Barakell Béni .

With Alpha, First King continues his artistic journey with a project that blends personal identity, spiritual conviction, and musical exploration. The album represents a phase where the challenge is to transform interest around individual tracks into sustained engagement with the full body of work .