Gimme Dat (song)

"Gimme Dat"
Single by Ayra Starr and Wizkid
Released15 April 2025 (2025-04-15)
GenreAfrobeats
Length3:44
Label
Songwriters
Producers
  • Vybe0
  • Mikababeatz
Ayra Starr singles chronology
"All the Love"
(2025) 		"Gimme Dat"
(2025) 		"Hot Body"
(2025)
Wizkid singles chronology
"Kese (Dance)"
(2024) 		"Gimme Dat"
(2025) 		"Kai!"
(2025)
Music video
"Gimme Dat" on YouTube

"Gimme Dat" is a song by Ayra Starr and Wizkid, released on 25 April 2025 through Mavin Records and Republic Records.[1][2] Sampling Mary J. Blige and Wyclef Jean's 2000 single "911", the song marks Ayra Starr and Wizkid's second collaboration together.[3][4]

Critical reception

"Gimme Dat" received positive reviews from music critics. Obed David of Premium Times wrote that the song was "backed with a groove-driven instrumental" as Ayra Starr led the verses and Wizkid raised the energy. He concluded that "An Ayra-Wizkid collaboration can never go wrong" and rated the song 9/10.[5] Quincy of Ratings Game Music added that "Gimme Dat" was led by an "uptempo, funky Afrobeats beat that is guaranteed to get you moving, while still carrying an undeniable sensual undertone."[6]

Zimiso Nyamande of The Music Review praised the two's chemistry on the song, calling "Gimme Dat" a "blend of Ayra’s fiery, youthful energy and Wizkid’s smooth, seasoned charm." Nyamande concluded that "Ayra Starr and Wizkid bring out the best in each other on the joint," saying the track stayed with the listener after it ended.[7] A writer for The Beats of Africa wrote that the track was "an exercise in sophistication," praising the smooth production and Ayra Starr's vocal lead while noting debate around the pair's chemistry. It concluded that the song was "a beautiful, expertly crafted, yet slightly missed, opportunity."[8]

Accolades

Year Awards ceremony Award description(s) Results
2026 Grammy Awards[9] Best African Music Performance Nominated

Charts

Chart performance for "Gimme Dat"
Chart (2025) Peak
position
Nigeria Top 100 (TurnTable)[10] 3
Suriname (Nationale Top 40)[11] 6
UK Afrobeats Singles (OCC)[12] 4
US Afrobeats Songs (Billboard)[13] 8
US Rhythmic Airplay (Billboard)[14] 31

Release history

Release history and formats for "Gimme Dat"
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various 25 April 2025
[15]

References

  1. ^ Mamo, Heran (24 April 2025). "Ayra Starr Reunites with Wizkid on 'Gimme Dat' Collab: Stream It Now". Billboard. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
  2. ^ Fasan, Yewande (25 April 2025). "Ayra Starr features Wizkid in new single 'Gimme Dat'". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 6 May 2025.
  3. ^ "Ayra Starr Drops Sultry New Single "Gimme Dat" Featuring Wizkid". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 2025-06-10.
  4. ^ Conteh, Mankaprr (8 May 2025). "Ayra Starr, Wizkid Make it Hot in 'Gimme Dat' Video". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  5. ^ David, Obed (25 April 2025). "Review: In 'Gimme Dat', Ayra Starr, Wizkid evoke undeniable nostalgia". Premium Times. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  6. ^ Quincy (26 April 2025). "Ayra Starr and Wizkid Reunite for Sensual, Dance-Ready Single "Gimme Dat"". Rating Games Music. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  7. ^ Quincy (19 May 2025). "Ayra Starr And Wizkid Pair Up To Bang The Streets With "Gimme Dat"". The Music Review. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  8. ^ "The Verdict on 'Gimme Dat': A Flawless Production, but What About the Chemistry?". The Music Review. 9 May 2025. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  9. ^ Sarmiento, Isabella (7 November 2025). "2026 Grammy nominations are led by Kendrick Lamar". NPR. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
  10. ^ "Official Nigeria Top 100". TurnTable.
  11. ^ "Top 40 – 28 augustus tot 4 September 2025" [Top 40 – 28 August to 4 September 2025] (in Dutch). Nationale Top 40 Suriname. 28 August 2025. Retrieved 19 September 2025.
  12. ^ "Official Afrobeats charts". Official Charts Company.
  13. ^ "Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs". Billboard.
  14. ^ "Wizkid Chart History (Rhythmic Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved 29 July 2025.
  15. ^ "Gimme Dat by Ayra Starr & Wizkid on Apple Music". Retrieved 6 May 2025.
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