Ten years of “Mad Over You”: Runtown’s story comes to Spotify in a new Surround Sound film

Exactly ten years after the debut of "Mad Over You," Spotify unveils Runtown's Surround Sound film on November 4, 2026. Directed by Tim Horwood and shot in the round in Lagos, this full-length concert film immerses viewers in an intimate performance that traces the evolution of Runtown's career through his songs, moods, and moments.

As "Mad Over You" continues to gain popularity, it has amassed an impressive 140.7 million lifetime streams on Spotify as of September 15, 2026. In the past year alone, the track has already surpassed 36.6 million streams, setting it apart from the 33.4 million recorded throughout 2025. Over a decade since its release, listeners are still embracing the song, incorporating it into more than three million user-created playlists.

The film situates this enduring connection within a broader musical narrative. Divided into four chapters, it journeys through "Lagos to Kampala," "Tradition" and "Kini Issue," then progresses through "If E Happen for Lagos" and "Gallardo," before exploring the emotions of "Dangerous Heart," "Painkiller," and "High Spirit." "Mad Over You" serves as the closing chapter, including "Unleash," before concluding with "Energy."

The song "Mad Over You" opens the final chapter, which also includes "Unleash" and concludes with "Energy." "Mad Over You" has become an integral part of people's lives, and the listening data reveals that this bond continues to strengthen. Surround Sound provides an opportunity to commemorate this connection by showcasing Runtown's expansive discography, with the artist and his fans at the forefront.

According to Rifumo Mdaka, Content Marketing Manager for Spotify in Africa, "This film carries the intimacy of the Lagos performance to everyone who wants to experience it."