Joey Jaey blends the rich fabric of his African heritage with the swagger of his Canadian roots to engineer a unique sound that resonates with audiences around the globe. From pop, Afrobeat, dancehall, R&B, soul, and beyond, Joey’s music delivers on every front the flair of eclecticism. With his 2020 debut release of “Friends,”, Joey officially announced himself to the world as a profoundly versatile artist with a mission to take over. His debut EP, “Discovery,” included tracks that lit the streets on fire as much as they did in the clubs. His sophomore EP, “Íjè Love” is steeped in some striking Afrobeats vibes, with that clash of dancehall beats mixed with an authentic lyrical flow that is as riveting as it is original!
“Íjè Love” actually encapsulates Joey’s mission as an artist; inspiring through creativity and connecting people from all walks of life and different backgrounds through irresistibly charming music. Drawing inspiration from the energy of African-inspired Afrobeats, Jaey is able to create an adventurous soundscape that is undeniably engrossing.
“Íjè Love” takes a listener on a musical escapade where Joey displays his artistic versatility; infusing a nostalgic dance style with that modern Afrobeat vibe. His emotion-drenched vocals seamlessly blend with the atmospheric ‘feel-good’ instrumentation to engineer a must-listen record.
“Íjè Love” contains strong and memorable lyricism that will hook a listener due to the relatability and, of course, the anthemic story telling. “Precious,” for example, fits as the perfect wedding theme track from start to finish. The fresh and uplifting beat and the melodic features give the vocals a mesmerizing feel-good quality. The multi-lingual lyrics also add to the elegance of this deeply engrossing masterpiece.
It doesn’t matter whether you are black, white, yellow, or colorless; Joey’s music is for everyone, and in the tune “Flavor,” he highlights this fact via his sweet-talking vocals over the prolific instrumentation as he unites every listener, bringing them closer to the dance floor as they sweat it out with reckless abandon to those dance-inducing melodies.
The vibe in “Bam Bam” cannot escape you even if you wanted to; a standout danceable banger that has been peppered by catchy hooks over the inviting beats, this is that anthem for days that will keep haunting you even when you are not listening to it.
It is safe to say that in “Íjè Love,” Joey is able to maintain a fully stocked arsenal of high-standard music, underscoring the certitude that his talents are unlimited and that his meteoric rise to stardom is inevitable!
Stream “Íjè Love” today and witness the advancement of an artist whose talents are indisputable!