Nigerian record producer Sarz has officially stepped into the spotlight as a lead artist with the release of his debut album, Protect Sarz at All Costs.
The 14-track project, released on September 26, 2025, features a mix of Afrobeats, dancehall, and global sounds, showcasing his evolution from a behind-the-scenes hitmaker to a front-facing performer.
The album’s lead single, “Getting Paid”, is already making waves. The track, a collaboration with Wizkid, Asake, and Jamaican star Skillibeng, shot up to No. 3 on Nigeria’s Apple Music Top Songs chart within hours of release and racked up over 10,000 Shazams, signalling its fast-growing popularity among fans.
Reactions online have been electric, with listeners praising Wizkid’s verse as a standout moment. Some critics lauded the project’s production quality and genre-blending style, calling it a “bold leap” for Sarz’s career.
However, the single received mixed reviews from a few quarters; one critic gave “Getting Paid” a 2.5/10 rating, sparking debates about its staying power on the charts.
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Beyond Wizkid, Asake, and Skillibeng, Sarz’s album features appearances from Shallipopi, Teni, Lojay, and American rapper Gunna, giving the project an international flavour.
Industry watchers view the album as a major statement from the producer, who has long been credited with crafting some of Nigeria’s biggest hits but has now cemented himself as a frontline artist.
With Protect Sarz at All Costs off to a strong start commercially, fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how far the album climbs on global charts, and whether his transition from producer to performer will shape the future of Afrobeats.
