Jorja Smith Returns with Club-Ready Album 'What Are The Odds': Release Date, Tracklist, and First Single with Wizkid

Jorja Smith Is Back—and She’s Ready to Move the Dancefloor

After a quiet stretch, the British R&B powerhouse is making a loud return. Jorja Smith has officially announced her upcoming album, What Are The Odds, and the lead single is already turning heads. Released today, July 2, the track 'Alive' featuring Nigerian superstar Wizkid is a sun-drenched, percussion-heavy love anthem that sets the tone for a summer banger.

The accompanying music video, directed by Gabriel Trautmann and shot in the sultry streets of Paris, amplifies the song's electric chemistry. It's a classic tale of fresh desire—and the beat is pure club fuel.

A Deep Dive into the Album

According to the official press release, What Are The Odds is not just another R&B record. Smith is diving headfirst into the UK club scene, blending genres like UK Garage, Grime, 2-Step, UK Funky, Soulful House, and Afro House across 12 tracks. The album will be released via her longtime musical home, FAMM, and promises to be a sonic journey through the sounds that shaped London's underground dance culture.

Release Date and Live Show

Mark your calendars: What Are The Odds drops on August 21. But the excitement doesn't stop there—serendipitously, that same day Smith will co-headline the All Points East Festival alongside Tems. It's a double dose of new music and a live debut that fans won't want to miss.

Who Worked on the Album?

The album was produced by longtime collaborator P2J, known for his work with Beyoncé and Burna Boy. The feature list is lean but impactful: in addition to Wizkid, Grime legend Devlin appears on a reworked version of his 2010 cult classic 'London City,' now titled 'This City.' Devlin's gritty bars will add a raw edge to the album's otherwise dance-ready soundscape.

Album Art and Visuals

While the official album art image shows Smith in a striking pose—hinting at the album's intimate yet clubby vibe—details about the full visual direction are still under wraps. Fans can expect a cohesive aesthetic that mirrors the album's blend of vulnerability and euphoria.

Tracklist Revealed

Here’s the full tracklist for What Are The Odds:

• 1. For Life
• 2. What Are The Odds
• 3. What’s Done Is Done
• 4. This City (feat. Devlin)
• 5. Pretend
• 6. The Way It Was
• 7. I Lied, You Lied
• 8. Dancing
• 9. Alive (feat. Wizkid)
• 10. Young Heart
• 11. Make It Your Home
• 12. When It Gets Like That

The tracklist tells a story of love, regret, and resilience—a narrative arc Smith has mastered. From the confessional 'I Lied, You Lied' to the euphoric 'Dancing,' the album promises emotional depth wrapped in infectious beats.

Why This Album Matters

Jorja Smith has always been a genre-fluid artist, but What Are The Odds feels like a bold step into the club space—a departure from the introspective balladry of her earlier work. By embracing UK Garage and Afro House, she's nodding to her roots while pushing forward. The collaboration with Wizkid is a smart move, bridging UK and Afrobeats audiences. And Devlin's inclusion? A masterstroke for Grime purists.

As the summer heats up, Smith is giving fans a reason to hit the dancefloor—and mark August 21 on their calendars. With a headline festival slot, a new album, and a single that's already burning up playlists, Jorja Smith is proving she's not just back—she's evolved.

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