By Naomi Idowu
Leading Afro Gospel Artist, Israel Abiara and his Judah 2k Band has put motion in place to drop another powerful politically conscious song titled “So Long – Too Long” as part of his perspective and narrative as concerning the state of the Nigeria nation.
The single which will be part of the band’s 4th Album compilation is a song about the ever lingering Nigeria situation and how to find a solution to the myriads of problems as a nation.
In the words of Israel Abiara when asked about the motivation behind the single, he said ” So Long – Too Long single came out of the need to see a better Nigeria, as suffering intensifies contrary to the promise of better life proclaimed by politicians before elections. The message is for us to stand up for the truth, consider not only your interest but that of the nation and fellow citizens” the Afro Gospel act submitted.
The single has very important messages like :
” Government go, Government
Come Nigeria Remain
So long Too Long…
N70,000 naa minimum wage
So Long Too Long
Millions millions Senator wardrobe allowance
So Long Too Long
Many government, many promise,
many nothing, many waiting
So Long Too Long (2x)
We must stand together
make we help each other
We must stand for truth
Make we help each other
Stand against corruption
Make we help each other “
The song including the lyrics video is expected to be available on all music platforms worldwide from October 1st, 2024. The music video is directed by Bolaji Hassan and produced by Alayande Stephen T. .
Israel is an ordained Pastor, an Afro Gospel Musician, an author and a recording artist. He has been a musician all through his entire life. Raised in a parsonage, Israel’s love for music made him join the church children’s choir at the age of three, and he has never looked back since then.
In the year 2000, Israel released his debut album, “Highest Praise” whilst launching Judah 2K Band. “I Singi” album was released in 2007 while the band came out with “Same Story” album in 2015.
