You - Runtown — Mad Over

"Mad Over You" is a breakout hit by Nigerian singer Runtown, released on . It is widely considered a cultural milestone in the Afrobeats genre, noted for its "pon pon" sound—a mid-tempo, hypnotic beat that became a trendsetter for several years. Musical Profile & Production

Lyrically, the song is a love ballad dedicated to a Ghanaian woman . Runtown uses cultural metaphors, such as referencing waakye (a rice and beans dish) and shittor (a spicy pepper sauce), to express his admiration. Success & Accolades Mad Over You - Runtown

The track is a soulful blend of Highlife and R&B . It features a "bouncy rhythm" driven by a prominent guitar riff, highlife percussion (congas, bongos), and soft synth pads. "Mad Over You" is a breakout hit by

The song was primarily produced by Del B , with additional production and guitar work by T-Spize . Runtown himself contributed to the instrumental, specifically the flute melodies. Runtown uses cultural metaphors, such as referencing waakye