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As anticipation mounts for his sophomore album BlownBoy, Ruger returns with *Toro*—a heartfelt love song that highlights his emotional depth and musical range.
The track delves into the complexities of love and heartbreak, with Ruger reflecting on a relationship he regrets losing. “I wrote ‘Toro’ after I fumbled a real and true relationship,” he revealed, offering insight into the song’s deeply personal inspiration.
Premiering alongside an exclusive COLORS Show performance, Toro seamlessly blends Afrobeats with R&B influences, capturing Ruger’s raw emotions through smooth melodies and evocative lyrics.
This release follows Jay Jay, his unconventional Valentine’s Day anthem that celebrated independence and self-assurance. With Toro, Ruger shifts gears, delivering a song that resonates with listeners navigating love’s ups and downs.
Set to feature on BlownBoy, which drops on March 28, Toro marks another step in Ruger’s evolution as an artist. His 2025 is already shaping up to be a landmark year as he builds on the success of 2024, where he teamed up with BNXN for the acclaimed joint project RnB, a release whose absence from the 17th Headies nominations sparked debate among fans.
With Toro, Ruger once again proves why he remains one of Afrobeats' most dynamic and emotionally expressive voices.