Nigerian musician Olamilekan Massoud Al-Khalifah Agbeleshebioba, better known as Laycon, has collaborated with DJ Tytanium to release a poignant new single titled “Reason”.
The track serves as a faith-anchored anthem, exploring themes of perseverance, purpose and the internal struggles of a rising star. Moving away from bravado, Laycon opens the song with raw honesty, addressing his own confusion and the weight of external opinions. He specifically touches upon the “quiet pressure” that arises when watching peers move ahead, positioning these challenges as essential components of a larger journey.
The heart of the message is found in the song’s hook, “Olorun nikan ni,” a Yoruba phrase meaning “God alone”. This serves as a spiritual anchor, suggesting that faith remains the only steady force when life feels unstable.
Laycon treats the track like a “therapy session,” speaking directly to his uncertainties rather than hiding them, while DJ Tytanium provides a mellow, slightly melancholic production that complements the reflective nature of the lyrics.
The song is designed to resonate with “creatives, hustlers, dreamers and everyday people” who face the pressures of comparison and uncertainty.
By framing his personal growth through both doubt and devotion, Laycon offers a relatable narrative for anyone navigating their own path toward a higher purpose.
