Joeboy: ‘Body, Soul & Spirit’ EP [Music Review]

Joeboy, the Nigerian Afropop and R&B artist, has released a personal and introspective EP titled ‘Body, Soul & Spirit.’ It follows his successful sophomore album ‘Body & Soul,’ which garnered over three billion career streams. The EP, featuring five captivating tracks, is a thematic counterpart to its predecessor, delving into adversity and emotional turmoil.

Joeboy, also known as Joseph Akinwale, is an African pop star with chart-topping hits like ‘Baby’ and ‘Don’t Call Me Back.’ He gained fame with his 2019 project, ‘Love & Light’, and won awards like the Best Artiste in Africa Pop and Best International Collaboration.

Joeboy’s debut album ‘Somewhere Between Beauty & Magic’ was the most streamed African album in 2021. This feat earned him recognition as the most streamed artist on Audiomack. Hits like ‘Focus,’ ‘Show Me,’ and ‘Door’ established him as an afrobeat and earned him critical acclaim from Rolling Stone, Billboard, and THE FADER. His sophomore album, ‘Body & Soul,’ was released in May and received rave reviews.

‘Body, Soul & Spirit’ opens with the poignant ‘Only God Can Save Me,’ exploring the vulnerability of human relationships. ‘24/7’ provides a moment of solace amidst life’s worries. Meanwhile, ‘Telephone’ is an intimate ode to a comforting love. ‘Enemy’ confronts the aftermath of a breakup. In conclusion, the EP closes off with ‘Surviving,’ as Joeboy embarks on a journey towards healing and new beginnings.

Joeboy’s extended play showcases his emotional journey, with each track reflecting his resilience and introspection. In addition, while creating the project, he learned how to record himself, providing an outlet for his pent-up emotions. With over three billion streams, Joeboy leaves an indelible mark on the global music landscape.

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