Seven is the number of perfection. But would one say this was a perfect album in every sense?

On the 25th of May at exactly 12 midnight, Joshua Mike Bamiloye, also known as JayMikee, dropped his 7th studio album, aptly titled Seven. One would wonder if the title was a deep, prophetic revelation or a strategic creative decision. Well, no need to overthink it. According to JayMikee, after going round and round trying to decide on a name, they simply settled on Seven since it happened to be the seventh album. Nothing too mysterious, I promise.

JayMikee wasn’t alone in bringing Seven to life. The album carefully features a curated lineup of artists like God’s will Oyor, Pastor Tomiwa Immanuel, DaddyVerse, GaiseBaba, Greatman Takit, Teemikee, and Folarin Godman. Before the album dropped, JayMikee got everyone hyped by teasing bits of “Agbára,” which is definitely my favorite track. It features Gaise Baba, Joshua Israel (who’s known for teaming up with Jaymikee on the Abejoye soundtracks), and DaddyVerse. Honestly, I think Agbára is going to be the biggest hit on the album. I could be off, but it’s already turned into a go-to workout jam for a lot of people, and it’s a total banger.

Watch Agbara on YouTube

One of the tough parts of putting the album together was figuring out which songs to include in the final lineup and which ones to hold back. Before Seven came out, JayMikee he had released four EPs. He thought about having up to 16 tracks but realized he had to set some limits.

Now let’s talk visuals. Did you know that the album cover draws inspiration from the set design of the Mount Zion film Corper’s Lodge. If you wanna confirm, check the cloth Joshua Mike Bamiloye was wearing in episode six of the series and the check his cloth on the album cover. Damilola Mike-Bamiloye, the brother of JayMikee, recognized the aesthetic appeal of the set and proposed it as a basis for the album’s visual identity.

One of the most unique songs on the album is “Psalm 121” a beautiful Yoruba rendition of Psalm 121, word for word. That’s not even paraphrased, it’s scripture straight up. It also happens to be JayMikee’s favorite track on the project. The melody flows seamlessly with the text, making it perfect for both worship and scripture meditation. Just imagine singing Psalm 121 from start to finish with ease.

Listen to Psalm 121 here 

Another notable track is “Standing”, a song that reflects God’s steadfastness, our Rock and our unshakable support. This, along with other songs on the album, points to the dominant theme of Seven: the many characteristics of God. From the awe-inspiring might portrayed in Agbára to the steady strength described in Standing, JayMikee takes us on a journey through sound, scripture, and testimony.

Watch Agbara here 

But what makes Seven truly special is how it captures not just the present but years of spiritual and musical growth. Some songs in the album were actually composed 9 to 10 years ago, yet never released until now.

In conclusion, Seven is not just another album; it’s a marker of seasons past and a declaration of where JayMikee is right now. Whether you’re in for a dance, a scripture sing-along, or just deep reflection, this album has something for you. And who knows? Maybe Seven wasn’t just a random name after all.