When the Queen of Afrobeats, Tiwa Savage, announced that her new studio album This One Is Personal would drop on August 29, 2025, the entire music world stood still.
And since its release, the project has not only trended across Nigeria but has also made waves on the global Afrobeats stage.
At Taculia Records, we pride ourselves on bringing you in-depth, honest, and insightful reviews of the biggest music releases.
And when it comes to Tiwa Savage, we know she’s more than just an artist—she’s a brand, a voice for women, and a living legend carrying Afrobeats on her shoulders.
So today, we present a pillar review of This One Is Personal—breaking down its sound, themes, collaborations, and impact on Tiwa’s legacy.
About the Album
Title: This One Is Personal
Artist: Tiwa Savage
Release Date: August 29, 2025
Length: 15 tracks
Features: Skepta, Taves, James Fauntleroy
Recording Locations: Lagos, London, Nashville
Tiwa Savage crafted this project across three continents, pulling influences from Lagos’ Afrobeat core, London’s multicultural fusion, and Nashville’s soulful storytelling tradition. The result is a body of work that feels deeply African yet universally relatable.
Themes: Why This Album Feels “Personal”
From the very first track, Tiwa makes it clear—this isn’t just another Afrobeats party record. It’s an emotional journey.
Love & Heartbreak: Songs like Addicted and Sweet Poison explore love’s pleasures and pain.
Faith & Resilience: Interludes like Faith and tracks like One Day reveal Tiwa’s spiritual side.
Empowerment & Freedom: International Woman and Freedom celebrate independence and breaking chains.
Vulnerability: On Personal Confession, Tiwa opens up like never before, showing the world her scars.
At Taculia Records, we hear not just an album, but Tiwa’s diary turned into music.
Track-by-Track Breakdown
Instead of just scratching the surface, we took time to analyze each of the 15 tracks.
- You4Me – Nostalgic sample of Tamia’s So Into You, blended with Afrobeats rhythm.
- On the Low (ft. Skepta) – London energy with Nigerian spice, perfect club banger.
- Addicted (ft. Taves) – Emotional masterpiece, already trending as the album’s standout.
- Faith (Interlude) – A spiritual breather, reminding us Tiwa’s foundation is faith.
- One Day – Motivational, rooted in hope for healing.
- Dangerous Love Pt. II – Revisits her 2020 hit, but slower and heavier with meaning.
- Lagos Nights – Pure celebration of Nigerian nightlife.
- Nobody Knows – A ballad about the unseen struggles we all face.
- Sweet Poison – Afro-R&B track about love that hurts but feels irresistible.
- Stay With Me – Emotional plea for love and loyalty.
- Money Can’t Buy – Life lessons wrapped in Afropop beats.
- International Woman – Anthem of empowerment for African and global women.
- Personal Confession (ft. James Fauntleroy) – Soulful, raw, and deeply moving.
- Freedom – Liberation anthem, destined to be performed live for years.
- Forever Yours – The perfect soft closer, reminding fans of Tiwa’s tenderness.
Collaborations: Small but Powerful
Unlike other Afrobeats projects packed with features, Tiwa Savage keeps it intimate:
- Skepta brings UK rap vibes.
- Taves delivers a hauntingly beautiful performance.
- James Fauntleroy injects deep soul into Personal Confession.
Taculia Records’ Take: These collaborations don’t overshadow Tiwa—they highlight her.
Production & Sound
The sound engineering on this project is top-class. By recording in Lagos, London, and Nashville, Tiwa gave each track a multi-layered identity:
- Lagos: Raw Afrobeats, percussion-heavy, street energy.
- London: Smooth Afro-fusion and club-ready vibes.
- Nashville: Storytelling depth, emotional instrumentation.
It’s this mix that makes This One Is Personal not just Afrobeats—but Afrobeats for the world stage.
Comparison to Celia
Tiwa’s 2020 album Celia was bold, vibrant, and commercial. By contrast, This One Is Personal is softer, deeper, and reflective.
Where Celia wanted to dominate the airwaves, this new project wants to touch the soul.
Fan Reactions
Since its release, fans have been flooding social media with reactions:
Addicted is called a “modern Afrobeats classic.”
Personal Confession is sparking emotional TikTok challenges.
International Woman has already become an anthem of female pride.
Trending hashtags: #ThisOneIsPersonal #TiwaSavage2025 #QueenofAfrobeats
Impact on Tiwa Savage’s Legacy
At Taculia Records, we firmly believe this album proves that:
Tiwa Savage is more than a hitmaker—she’s a storyteller.
Afrobeats is no longer just party music—it can be deep, spiritual, and vulnerable.
Tiwa’s status as the Queen of Afrobeats remains untouched.
Final Verdict from Taculia Records
This One Is Personal isn’t just another Afrobeats album. It’s a landmark project that shows growth, vulnerability, and global artistry.
With its careful balance of African roots and international sound, Tiwa Savage has delivered her most complete album yet.
Rating (Taculia Records): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
This is more than music—it’s history. And at Taculia Records, we’ll remember 2025 as the year Tiwa Savage gave us her most personal masterpiece.
