He collaborated with producer Del B and TSpize (who provided the guitar work) just weeks before a U.S. tour. The song was inspired by African beauty and specifically tells the story of a Ghanaian girl the singer admires.
Runtown recorded the track in 2016 while in the middle of a legal dispute with his former label, Eric Many Entertainment.
Released on , and directed by the renowned Clarence Peters , the video is a celebration of high fashion and African aesthetics:
Check out the official music video for a look at the visuals and style that defined this hit: Mad Over You Official Music Video - Runtown ArtfriqueTv YouTube• Jan 5, 2017 The Story Behind the Song
It features women in striking fashion pieces, artistic body art, and bold makeup, emphasizing "African luxury".
The creation of "Mad Over You" was a turning point in Runtown's career, born during a period of personal and professional tension:
is more than just a hit song—it's a landmark Afrobeats anthem that catapulted Nigerian artist Runtown to international stardom.