Femi Kuti returns with new solo track, "Politics Don Expose Them"

On the track, Femi Kuti chastises government leaders for their corruption and mistreatment of the masses. Femi exclaims on behalf of the people that politicians and criminals are one - he refers back to one of his most famous tracks, 1998’s "Sorry Sorry", which itself echoed the fierce message of his father Fela's legendary "Zombie" and claimed there was no difference between the outgoing military regime and the politicians who were about to take power.

"Politics Don Expose Them" comes accompanied by a video, directed by Pink (Chike, Wizkid), that illustrates the cycle of political deception and societal frustration in Nigeria through a powerful satirical narrative, contrasting scenes of promises, protests, and the painful aftermath across generations.

Speaking of the track, Femi Kuti offers: “Politics Don Expose Them" talks about how politics has exposed the true corrupt natures of our politicians. As we are in a new democratic political dispensation, there’s no exaggeration or lie in saying our politicians have failed us. "Politics Don Expose Them" highlights the greed and corruption by our politicians in destroying the lives and economy of our nations.”

Earlier this month, Femi announced a January UK tour in support of the new single, built around his previously unveiled appearance at 2025's Celtic Connections Festival. The run of shows takes him across the UK and includes a London headline show at KOKO on 24 January.