Boy Spyce (EP)
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| Released | 15 April 2022 | |||
| Recorded | 2022 | |||
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| Length | 13:04 | |||
| Label | Mavin Records | |||
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Boy Spyce is the debut eponymous extended play by Nigerian singer-songwriter Boy Spyce. It was released on 15 April 2022 through Mavin Records.[2]
Background and release[edit]
In 2021, Boy Spyce posted a viral cover on Instagram to Wizkid and Tems's song "Essence". The post caught the attention of Don Jazzy who offered a record deal.[3][4] He signed a record deal with Don Jazzy's Mavin Records, in 2022.[5][6] After the deal, Boy Spyce released the five track eponymous EP through Mavin Records on 15 April 2022.[7][8]
On 16 April 2022, Mavin Records released the music video of the fourth single "Nobody" which was directed by TG Omori.[9]
Compostion[edit]
The EP contains five tracks which was produced by Mykah, AykBeats, Kezzi, Johnny Drille, Presto and Andre Vibez.
The EP begins with "Dreams", a Soul-styled song in which Boy Spyce sends a message to his classmates and friends who have vision of continuing college; but he has dreams of pursuing his career in music. The second track, "Bad Things" is an Afrobeats tune in which Boy Spyce talks about a girl who wants everything, whether good or bad; but she rather go for bad things instead of good. The influence of Afropop can be heard on "Wayo," discussing pride and diligence. The fourth song "Nobody," is a R&B track expressing romantic love and pretence; of which Boy Spyce revealed he was inspired by his Friend's Love Story.[10] The EP closes with a motivational, piece called "Destiny". Spyce talked about hardwork, diligence and ambition.[11]
Critical reception[edit]
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| Pulse Nigeria | 7/10[12] |
Onyema Courage and Tope Agbeyo of the Pulse Nigeria described the EP as "a chord progression, songwriting, breath control, and eliciting strong emotions."[12] In a review for TooXclusive, Tommy praised Boy Spyce for his "delivery with tuned cultural references" and "exceptional songwriting skills."[13]
Track listing[edit]
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Dreams" |
| Mykah | 3:13 |
| 2. | "Bad Things" |
| AykBeatz | 2:50 |
| 3. | "Wayo" |
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| 2:41 |
| 4. | "Nobody" | Ugbekile David |
| 2:43 |
| 5. | "Destiny" |
| Andre Vibez | 2:57 |
| Total length: | 13:04 | |||
Release history[edit]
| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | 15 April 2022 | streaming, digital download, CD | Standard | Mavin |
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d e Olumide, Akinwale (April 17, 2022). "Boy Spyce 'Boy Spyce EP'". Media Nigeria. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
- ^ "Boy Spyce, the Nigerian rising rap star drops eponymous debut EP". Earmilk. May 9, 2022. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
- ^ (annonymous) (12 December 2022). "How Boy Spyce Became Afrobeats' and Nigerian's New Superhero". Unorthodox. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ Tope, Agbeyo (April 27, 2022). "Boy Spyce: A Music Genius In The Making". Vanguard News. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
- ^ Dorcas, Akanni (21 April 2022). "How Don Jazzy gave Boy Spyce a new lease of life; Recounts How He Got Signed To Don Jazzy's Record Label". AllNews.
- ^ Wisdom, Mudasiru (26 March 2023). "Top 20 Most Sought After New Generation Artists In The Nigeria Music Industry". The Culture Custodian. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ "Boy Spyce: Nigerian teen music sensation". OkayAfrica. 31 May 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ Bright, Imaku (15 April 2022). "Boy Spyce Unveils Self Titled Debut EP". AQ Tent. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ "New Video: Boy Spyce – Nobody". BellaNaija. 16 April 2022. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ My song 'Nobody' was Inspired by my friend's love story, YouTube, retrieved May 12, 2024
- ^ Emmanuel, Esomnofu (19 April 2022). "Boy Spyce sounds like a disruptor with a motive on his self-titled debut [The Native EP Review]". The Native. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ a b Tope, Agbeyo; Onyema, Courage (22 April 2022). "On his eponymous debut EP, Boy Spyce uncovers hidden feelings [Pulse Reviews]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 13 May 2024.
- ^ Tommy (23 February 2023). "Boy Spyce Takes A Shot At Surreal Love 'n' Spirituality in Self-titled EP". tooXclusive. Retrieved 12 May 2024.
- ^ "Boy Spyce- EP". Apple Music. Retrieved 2024-05-13.