Why Asake Changed His Look in 2025: Tattoos, Haircut & ‘Military Era’ Explained
Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake known as Mr Money recently stunned fans by debuting a bold new style: shorter hair, facial tattoos, and a fresh wardrobe shift. His signature dreadlocks are gone—for now—and with that change came lots of buzz. So what led to this transformation? Here's a breakdown of what he said, what people think, and what it could mean for his career.
What’s Different About His New Look
- He swapped his long dreadlocks for a much shorter hairstyle.
- Introduced facial tattoos—something fans had never really seen from him before.
- Adopted a “military era” style in fashion: camo / earthy tones with a disciplined edge.
Reasons Asake Gave for the Change
At the 67th Grammy Awards red carpet in 2025, Asake spoke to reporters about his transformation. He said:
“This is how I feel now. I love to feel comfortable in my look, do things that I feel are good for me.” “This is not about anybody. I might wake up tomorrow and you will not see any tattoos on my face.”
He also described this new phase as his “military era,” suggesting a mindset shift in how he wants to present himself.
Comfort & Self-Expression
A major reason Asake gave is comfort—both physical and emotional. He explained that his previous look (dreadlocks, style) might have started to feel limiting. The change is a way to express where he is right now: what feels natural to him, what he’s comfortable with.
Fan Reactions & Mixed Views
As expected, the new appearance sparked strong reactions. Some fans praised the change, calling it bold, authentic, and an interesting evolution. Others felt surprised or nostalgic for the old Asake look.
What This Could Mean for His Career
- New artistic chapter: A change in image can accompany changes in sound, themes, or personal storytelling. The “military era” might bring more assertive or introspective art.
- Branding evolution: Image is part of an artist’s brand. This new look could help Asake reach different audiences or stand out more in visuals & fashion.
- Flexibility & future changes: Asake made it clear this isn’t permanent. He may revert certain elements (remove tattoos, try other hair) depending on how he feels.
Promotional Highlight: DjMondo – Mirror Mirror
While Asake experiments with his style, rising Afrobeats artist DjMondo is also making waves with his hit single Mirror Mirror. It’s a fresh sound you don’t want to miss. Stream it now on Audiomack: Mirror Mirror by DjMondo.
Final Thoughts
Changing how you look publicly is never just about fashion—it’s about identity, comfort, and sometimes growth. Asake’s new style seems to be less about meeting others’ expectations and more about how he wants to feel right now. Whatever comes next—whatever look he chooses—his music and authenticity will likely speak louder than any external change.
