Nigerian pop sensation Mayorkun wastes no time setting the tone for 2025, dropping a fresh new single titled “Reason 2 Japa.”
Produced by the skilled BMH, the track is his first official release of the year and follows his 2024 collaboration “Innocent” with Fireboy DML.
In “Reason 2 Japa,” Mayorkun taps into a theme that hits close to home for many Nigerians—the growing urge to japa, or flee the country, in search of greener pastures. With the slang term now part of everyday conversation, the song delivers both a cultural statement and a catchy banger.
Rather than taking a heavy-handed approach, Mayorkun packages the weighty message of societal frustration, economic strain, and political disillusionment into a vibrant, dance-ready anthem. It’s the perfect contrast—serious storytelling laced with wit, charisma, and undeniable rhythm.
His lyrics are sharp and relatable, painting vivid pictures of the struggles facing today’s youth, but with just enough groove to make you forget—if only for a moment—that he’s talking about something real. It’s this signature balance of substance and style that makes Mayorkun stand out.
BMH’s Afro-fusion production ties it all together—bouncy, fresh, and full of life, giving Mayorkun the perfect canvas to deliver a message that resonates while keeping the energy up.
Whether you’re vibing on the dancefloor or replaying the lyrics in your head, “Reason 2 Japa” is the kind of song that sticks. It’s more than just music—it’s commentary, it’s movement, it’s therapy with a beat.
Listen to “Reason 2 Japa” here.
