KSI's second album: Everything you need to know about 'All Over the Place'
The album is packed with guest collaborators
Last updated 2nd Aug 2022
The highly anticipated second album from YouTuber/rapper KSI finally dropped in July 2021. The album, which includes guest appearances from Future, 21 Savage, Yungblud, Polo G, Anne-Marie, Digital Farm Animals, Craig David, Jay1, Deno, Gracey, Bugzy Malone, Rico Love, Lil Durk, and S-X landed on 16th July.
Here we'll dive into everything we know about the album which includes the hit singles 'Really Love', 'Don't Play' and the sun-soaked single 'Holiday' which is dripping with summer vibes!
The album drop arrived not long after fans received the wonderful news that KSI would be returning to the much loved Celebrity Gogglebox.
WATCH: KSI - 'Holiday' official music video
Back in June KSI released 'Holiday'. Speaking about the vibey track, KSI said: "Well, ya boy coming through with yet another unexpected track. This one is called Holiday. I showcase the progression in my singing here as I talk about how every time, I’m with my significant other, it feels like a holiday, a break from the pressures of the world."
He continued: "Could also be interpreted quite literally as well, since a holiday would be lovely to have. It’s felt like forever since me and my mates have had one, so hopefully after this pandemic is old news, we can go back to truly enjoying life again."
'All Over The Place', of course features all three previously released singles 'Really Love', 'Don’t Play', 'Patience' and most recent track 'Swerve' - but fans will also hear huge names such as Future, 21 Savage, Jay1, Lil Durk and Gracey feature on new tracks.
Will KSI be doing any live performances?
If that news wasn't quite enough to get fans amped up, the rapper, who performed on The Late Late Show with James Corden back in April, also announced that he will be performing the ultimate live show at The SSE Arena, Wembley on 25th February 2022.
To fans' delight, KSI attended Hits Live Birmingham on 20th November 2021 and put on an incredible performance.
When was 'All Over the Place' released?
The album was released on 16th July 2021 and is available on CD, cassette, vinyl and all digital platforms. Album bundles, with exclusive merchandise including signed photos and limited-edition Gold disc CDs, are also available.
When did KSI announce his new album?
KSI announced details on his highly anticipated second album 'All Over The Place' back in April 2021. On the announcement of his new album, KSI said: "I’m super excited for the people to hear this album. I’ve improved on everything I did with Dissimulation.
"The singing has improved. The writing has improved. The beats have more layers to it, I’m a lot more experimental, I’m way more comfortable on the mic etc. This album is a reflection of a lot of hard work and passion combined and i'm really proud to be releasing it."
What's the track list for KSI's second album?
'All Over the Place' has 16 tracks which are:
- The Moment
- Number 2 ft. Future & 21 Savage
- Patience ft. YUNGBLUD & Polo G
- You
- Don’t Play with Anne-Marie & Digital Farm Animals
- Really Love ft. Craig David & Digital Farm Animals
- Gang Gang ft. JAY1 & Deno
- Rent Free ft. Gracey
- Madness
- Silly ft. Bugzy Malone
- Flash It ft. Rico Love
- No Time ft. Lil Durk
- No Pressure*
- Holiday
- Sleeping With The Enemy ft. S-X
- Swerve with JAY1
KSI's first album
The 28-year-old's debut LP 'Dissimulation' helped the rapper become the biggest-selling U.K. breakthrough of 2020, as well as scoring six Top 10 singles from collaborations with stars such as Craig David, Anne-Marie and YUNGBLUD.
And after an iconic performance on this year's Celebrity Bake Off, fans cannot WAIT to hear what he's been working on in 2021.
Does KSI still do YouTube?
KSI chatted to us at Hits Live Birmingham about how he balances YouTube, boxing and his music career. He told us: "I kind of like everything. So I still like doing YouTube. I still post YouTube videos as well as doing the music. I still train as well for boxing, so for me I like just doing it all. Nothing ever gets boring essentially, because I'm always just mixing it up."
Has KSI met any big celebrities?
KSI has worked with lots of talented artists on his music projects including Yungblud, Anne-Marie and Craig David, and has met some other big celebrities including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
KSI has been a huge fan of Lorraine Kelly for a long time and has now become good friends with her. He got chatting to us at Hits Live Birmingham about his relationship with Lorraine: "She’s amazing. She’s always been supportive of me from the beginning. I appreciate her so much."
He also revealed an embarrassing encounter he had with Emma Watson where he let his nerves get the better of him!
Watch our chat with KSI at Hits Live Birmingham 2021:
Check out the albums we are loving in 2021, including some that are to come...
The Weeknd - 'The Highlights'
Serving as the second greatest hits album released by The Weeknd, 'The Highlights' includes huge bops such as 'Blinding Lights', 'Can't Feel My Face', 'The Hills' and 'Love Me Harder' - making it no surprise that it flew to the Number 2 on the UK Albums Chart upon its release in February.
Sam Smith - 'Love Goes: Live at Abbey Road Studios'
'Love Goes: Live At Abbey Road Studios' is Sam Smith's third live album. Released in March 2021, it captures the singer's only live performance of 2020... For obvious reasons. Within the album fans can hear huge Sam Smith hits such as 'Dancing With a Stranger' and 'How Do You Sleep?'.
Drake - 'Scary Hours 2' (EP)
After announcing that his upcoming sixth studio album 'Certified Lover Boy' was to be delayed until later in 2021, fans were delighted when Drake dropped his fourth extended play 'Scary Hours 2' in March.
Drake then took the world by storm on 3rd September 2021, with the surprise drop of his sixth studio album 'Certified Lover Boy', which included huge tracks such as 'Girls Want Girls', 'Fair Trade' and 'Way 2 Sexy'.
Zara Larsson - 'Poster Girl'
Also in March, Zara Larsson released her epic third studio album 'Poster Girl'. The album was supported by the catchy tracks 'Love Me Land', 'Wow' and 'Talk About Love', as well as featuring the iconic 'Ruin My Life'.
Nick Jonas - 'Spaceman'
Despite the ULTIMATE Jonas Brothers reunion that really helped kick 2019 to a good start, Nick Jonas has still managed to continue a successful solo career, with March 2021 welcoming his fourth studio album 'Spaceman'. The album, which was his first solo release since the epic reunion of the bro-band, was a certified hit, cruising to the Number 12 spot on the US Billboard 200.
Selena Gomez - 'Revelación' (EP)
This one was truly music to our ears (quite literally) upon its release in March, with 'Revelación' being Selena's first ever release to be predominantly sung in Spanish! Preceding singles 'De Una Vez' and 'Baila Conmigo' topped the US Latin Charts, giving us a taste of the stunning vocals yet to come.
Justin Bieber - 'Justice'
Justin's March release of 'Justice', his sixth studio album, was hugely anticipated by fans, despite getting their fix of the star just one year prior, with his 2020 release 'Changes'. The huge drop, preceded by hit singles 'Holy', 'Lonely' and 'Hold On' and featuring other huge names such as Khalid, Chance the Rapper and Quavo, flew to the Number 2 spot in the UK Albums Chart.
Bebe Rexha
Bebe Rexha's second studio album, 'Better Mistakes', was released on 7th May, featuring the catchy bops 'Baby, I'm Jealous' featuring Doja Cat and 'Sacrifice'!
Rag’n’Bone Man - ‘Life by Misadventure’
Rag'n'Bone Man wasn't shy when it came to amping up the excitement for his second studio album, 'Life by Misadventure'. After dropping his huge collab with Pink, 'Anywhere Away From Here', in April, fans couldn't wait to hear what the 'Human' singer had in store when he released the album on 7th May.
BTS
K-Pop hitmakers BTS delighted fans when they announced the release of their sixth compilation album 'BTS, the Best', and it was released on 16th June 2021!
Doja Cat - 'Planet Her'
Released on 25th June, Doja Cat's third studio album 'Planet Her' got fans VERY excited. As we all know, the 'Say So' singer has worked with some pretty huge names in the past (we're looking at you, Ariana Grande and Megan Thee Stallion), and the 'Planet Her' tracklist proves she's keeping it that way!
Anne Marie
After announcing that her second album was on its way back in January 2020, fans were very keen to hear what Anne-Marie had in store for us all next. Despite the release being put on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic, 'Therapy' was finally released on Friday 23rd July 2021.
Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish's second album 'Happier Than Ever' was released on 30th July, containing 16 tracks, which preceded singles 'Therefore I Am', 'Lost Cause' and 'NDA'. Adding the icing on top of the cake, the singer also announced that she will be taking the album on tour in 2022.
Lil Nas X
It's official, Lil Nas X's debut album 'MONTERO' has arrived! Landing on 17th September, it's safe to say that this one was welcomed by fans with open arms, given the huge success of his past hits such as 'Old Town Road', 'Panini' and his single 'MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)'.
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran took to his Instagram earlier this year to inform his fans: 'I'll be back online with the 4th instalment in the series later this year'.
Ed later released his single 'Bad Habits' on 25th June, soon after announcing that his new album will be called '=' ('Equals') and it was released on 29th October 2021! He even officially announced that he will be heading on a huge stadium tour in 2022. Good to have you back, Ed...
Lady Gaga & Tony Bennett
Yes, you read that right! Lady Gaga and the legendary Tony Bennett have teamed up once again to record an album together - which they completed as Tony sadly battled Alzheimer's disease.
The album was released on 30th September 2021, and fans absolutely love it!
James Arthur
James revealed that he spent lockdown channelling his creativity for a new music chapter. The 'Say You Won't Let Go' singer told Guilty Pleasures that he has "finished the album", after writing around 60 songs. He released his first single, 'Medicine', from the album in March.
His album 'It'll All Make Sense in the End' was released on 5th November 2021.
Mabel
In April 2021, Mabel released her five-track EP 'Magic', containing HUGE hits such as 'Don't Call Me Up' and 'Finders Keepers'.
Proving she's not stopping any time soon, she then released a brand new single 'Let Them Know' in June 2021, while teasing that her upcoming album 'M2' is on the way!
How much is KSI worth?
In November 2021, KSI made it onto heat's Rich List, with the rapper reportedly worth an estimated £19.6 million.
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