A Rhythmic Wake-Up Call: The Inspiring Power of Joshua Eze’s “No Procrastination”

30 September, 2024

By Yinka Olatunbosun

‘No Procrastination’ by Joshua Eze (whose real name is Joshua Tochukwu Ohakwere-Eze), a Nigerian singer born on 24^th January 1990, is an inspiring Afro-fusion song released on 17^th September 2024. it incorporates vibrant rhythmic flow, sharp lyricism, and messages into a song that is revitalizing and culturally conscious. Its energetic bounce and brilliant writing of the song makes the listener take action, be disciplined and work hard. The single presents it in a manner that is catchy, easy to listen to and highly relatable.

The song opens with an immediate motivation with Afrobeat and a lovely groove. The delivery by Joshua is brisk and energetic, and every line takes its place. The verses are intertwined with English, Nigerian Pidgin, and homemade proverbs, making the track have that distinct Nigerian tone and at the same time remaining universal.

One of the notable aspects is the songwriting, which is a smart combination of proverbial wisdom and poetic advice – the one that tells them to remember that “na who work go wait for payday” and “I never reach my bus stop, my energy cannot drop”. These lines are gritty and ambitious, and many listeners can relate to the grind culture they are evoking. The fact that he can combine timeless parental advice with the spirit of youth in one song makes the song have resonate across age groups.

This traditional, yet effective hook, “congratulation, no procrastination” is quite easy to sing, easy to recall, and it fits the message of the song perfectly. It is the type of refrain that lingers on your mind even after the music has stopped, making the phrase, no longer a lyric but a mantra.

The second part of the song goes further into self-development and discipline. The thoughtful attitude to the music-making is emphasized in such lines as “prosperity’s still the line of thought” and “things may come to those who wait patiently but given by those who work it out”. He is able to be inspiring without preaching and produces a balance between motivation and music.

Musically, the song tends to be clean and rhythmic in Afrobeat style and this gives the message room to breathe. The song does not subdue the lyrics, rather, the beat comes out to back the voice and storytelling of Joshua. The chorus might have a slight push in vocal overlaying or background harmonies, which would have made it more full, although the minimalism style of approach leaves the focus on the message as well.

Generally, No Procrastination is a motivational song with a substance and a re-play value. Joshua Eze again demonstrates his ability as a songwriter capable of imbuing music with culture, wisdom and rhythm and making it uplifting and energizing. It is one anthem to those who need a shot of confidence- and a definite statement of Joshua ascending in the Afro beat and inspirational music arena.