Popular evangelist and filmmaker Mike Bamiloye has come out to defend the viral gospel hit “Never Going Back” by Gaise Baba and Lawrence Oyor. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting.
According to him, Christians should focus on the song’s message instead of the artists’ appearance, because the constant criticism will only force young Nigerians to fully embrace secular music.
He added that instead of focusing on the colourful hair, headbands, and vibrant dance moves displayed by singers in the music video, believers across the country should hold on to the message the song conveys.
His words, “The lyrics say: ‘Ife Jesu lo wa mi ri, to gbami ku o’ — ‘The love of Jesus sought me, found me, and died for me.’ That’s the gospel in Yoruba rhythm and sound!. Yet all some people can talk about is Gaise’s hair color and Lawrence’s headband. Really?
If they’re not listening to something like Never Going Back, they’ll be listening to something else—and let’s be honest, a lot of what’s out there isn’t helping them know Jesus.
Rather than criticize, let’s encourage. Let’s support gospel expressions that speak to this generation in their own rhythm.”
WOW.
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