Ipraiz’ Christian Gospel bop, Nitosi reels off with an exciting two-step Pianic progression that ushers in his gingerly vocals, “For God so loved the world, he gave his only son for me/ If I have ten thousand tongues, it would never be enough for you.”

The song spins off into a polyrhythmic groove, with the sombre pre-chorus, “Nitosi, nobody show me this kind love before now/ I never see this kind love before now,” before switching into a percussive-laden dance frenzy with the chorus: “Sarewa gba, kia kia, Kon be nitosi.” And by the end of the second verse, the Christian Gospel Praise song surfs into its vibrant Afrobeats-highlife pop terrain that defines the song’s groove.

On Nitosi, Ipraiz bares his lyrical prowess, with his code-switching poetry standing out across the 5-minute listen. “You no dey disappoint/ Eyin ni talk and do/ You are perfect in all your ways,” he switches from English, to Nigerian Pidgin within the second verse. The rest of the song sprawls with similar lyricism.

One notable feature on the song is Ipraiz’s cadence, especially within the song’s refrain where he tweaks his vocals with a groovy flow, “For my left, for my right/ For my front and my back/ All day, all night,” before switching back to a higher pitch on “When things fall apart, remember say God got your back/ Dem been wan to run you down, but you’re serving a living God.” Also, his clever use of the Fortissimos, especially at the end of the second and third verse, sharpens his delivery, pacing the song with a robust tension-and-release.

The song’s arrangement flourishes with a meld of cadences that emphasizes message over technique, even when his Fortissimo and Falsettos shine brilliantly for their delivery. The polyphonic groove packs a lingering momentum, with a mix of melancholic and euphoric sections, keeping the listener in high spirits on the dancey jam. The song’s refrain also serves as an Ostinato, “For my left, for my right/ For my front and my back/ All day, all night,” adding extra colour to the composition, with rapid Afrobeats percussion adding emphasis and transitional flair.

Per flaws, the song surfaces with enunciation difficulties, mostly around the first and second verses, pointing at recording and mixing gaps. This also douses the overall audibility of the record, with the verses sounding a tad lower than the rest of the song. Nonetheless, the song’s groovy melodic progressions, clever lyricism, stellar use of singing techniques, and catchy chorus boosts its enjoyability and replay value.
Overall, Nitosi feels like a comforting stroll on sunny days, with every verse tucking in enough catharsis to keep the listener emoting. Its inspiring message and cathartic feel glisten as clear markers of Ipraiz’ distinct and powerful artistry. The song’s diminuendo, ushered with Ipraiz’ alto, “You gast to believe/ You gast to believe in me,” adds a perfect finish for the masterpiece.

Born Praise Olatayo Ishola, IPraiz, is a dynamic figure in the world of Gospel music. As the CEO of iPraiz Explicit World and the visionary behind the acclaimed Loud Concert, IPraiz has built a remarkable career that spans continents and touches lives globally.
Raised in the city of Ilorin, in Kwara State, IPraiz’s musical sojourn began at age of three, when he composed his first song. His early discovery of his music talent set the stage for his lifelong pursuit of the profession. Presently based in Sheffield, United Kingdom, IPraiz is a celebrated Christian Gospel musician, wearing multiple hats as a songwriter, singer, arranger, producer, vocal coach, music director, instructor, and multi-instrumentalist.

His victory in the inaugural edition of The Shining Star Platform (TSSP) musical competition stands out as a significant milestone in his career. He has also shared several stages with notable voices including Tim Godfrey, JJ Hairston, and Nathaniel Bassey.

Beyond music, iPraiz’s leadership skills have been recognized in the academic sphere, leading to several awards, including ‘The Inspirational Student Award’ for Leadership Excellence, also Inclusive and Diversity Award, at Sheffield Hallam University. He recently concluded a milestone tour, in Nigeria, titled Encounter Tour, where he performed at several church-based concerts across Abuja, Ilorin, Lagos and Ibadan.