Burna Boy - Collateral Damage [official Audio] May 2026

The track opens by listing various leadership figures—ambassadors, governors, and presidents—accusing them of "chopping" (embezzling) national resources while the populace remains subservient.

A central message of the song is a critique of Nigerians who are too "gun-shy" or fearful to demand institutional change. He lambasts the tendency of citizens to "jump" when told to, rather than confronting their oppressors. Burna Boy - Collateral Damage [Official Audio]

"Collateral Damage" is a politically charged track by Nigerian artist , featured as the ninth track on his landmark fourth studio album, African Giant , released on July 26, 2019. The song serves as a scathing critique of corruption, social repression, and political apathy in Nigeria. Key Themes and Messages released on July 26