‘My Good Thing’, not just another love song from iPraiz

Tony Okuyeme

Celebrated singer, songwriter, recording artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Praise Olatayo Ishola, popularly known by his stage name iPraiz, has carved a niche for himself in the music scene, especially, Gospel music.

From his debut EP in 2015, which include tracks such as ‘Burst My Brain’, ‘Go With You’, and ‘Too Good’, ‘Mukulu’, all of which highlight his unique style and thematic focus on the unfailing love of God and the encouragement of faith, iPraiz has shown that his music defies conventional Gospel sound, reaching a broad, global audience. Popularly known for his songs; ‘Nitosi’, ‘Amapiano Praise’, ‘Living God’, ‘SOPE’, ‘Bouncing’, ‘Too Good’, ‘Go with you’, ‘Freeman’, ‘Mighty King’, and a host of others, he continues to churn out hit songs that resonate, placing him as one of the leading voices in Gospel music scene.

His latest offering, ‘My Good Thing’, underscores his gift and passion for inspirational music – a genre designed to uplift spirits, foster hope, and motivate listeners, often featuring positive, encouraging lyrics and powerful melodies that can span across various musical styles.

As the song begins with plush instrumentation, breathtaking rhythmic flow his sonorous voice echoes with such poetic resonance. The rhythm is steady, soft and deliberate, like a heartbeat. But beyond this, his message, as captured in the lyrical content, is one of love, assurance. His message is clear. “Forever I go dey with you” (Forever I’ll be with you), he says, with smooth, soothing cadences. His voice and demeanor underscoring his statement.

‘My Good Thing’ is not just another love song; it is firmly rooted in emotional sincerity and breathtaking simplicity, as presented in the official video – a delight to watch. ‘My Good Thing’ leaves listeners and viewers feeling loved and cherished. It underscores the essence of marriage and its vow: “To love and to cherish… Till death do us part.”

Done predominantly in pidgin English and a splash of Yoruba language, ‘My Good Thing’ is a song of assurance, hope, commitment, affirmation…

He says: “My love oh / My lady / Today as I don marry you / Forever I go dey with you

“Anything you want I go do / Anything you ask na for you / I’m here for you my baby / Nothing fit come in between us baby.”

He goes further to assure her, saying, “In the rain I be your cover / I’m your man I dey deliver

“Hmm / Ife mi to dun / Omo to fine / Omo to perfect o / How can I let go / Baby

“Darling, / My love oh / My lady / Today as I don marry you / Forever I go dey with you

“Just tell me what you want I go do / Anything you ask na for you / Im here for you my baby / Dem no fit come in between us baby

“In the rain I’m your umbrella… / Ife mi to dun/ Omo to fine / Omo to perfect o / How can I let go / Baby / You’re my good thing oh.”

Undoubtable, listeners, particularly ladies, will find ‘My Good Thing’ a veritable companion.

With iPraiz, every song is a spiritual and philosophical conversation, not just food for love.

Born in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria, iPraiz’s musical journey began at an extraordinarily young age, composing his first song at just three years old. His early discovery of his talent set the stage for a lifelong dedication to music and personal growth. Now based in Sheffield, United Kingdom, iPraiz’s career is a testament to his diligence, discipline, and dedication. From leading music teams in secondary school and church youth choirs in Nigeria to excelling in musical competitions, his leadership and musical prowess have continually evolved. His victory in the inaugural edition of The Shining Star Platform (TSSP) musical competition stands out as a significant milestone in his career.

Significantly, iPraiz’s influence extends to the stage, where he has shared performances with renowned Gospel artists such as Dr. Tim Godfrey, JJ Hairston, and Nathaniel Bassey to mention but a few.