Why Mike Bamiloye says ‘Never Going Back’ is the gospel anthem this generation needs

DDM News

Veteran gospel filmmaker and evangelist Mike Bamiloye has defended the viral gospel hit Never Going Back.

The song, by Gaise Baba and Lawrence Oyor, has stirred both celebration and controversy among Nigerian Christians, Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathers.

Bamiloye, founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, shared a passionate defense of the song on social media Sunday.

He urged believers to focus on the song’s message, not the appearance or style of the artists involved.

Never Going Back combines Yoruba rhythms with a heartfelt message of repentance and spiritual transformation.

Its lyrics, especially “Ife Jesu lo wa mi ri, to gbami ku o,” have deeply resonated with Nigerian youths.

The track has amassed over four million streams, signaling its widespread appeal across digital platforms.

Despite this popularity, the song has drawn backlash from some conservative Christians.

Critics have targeted Gaise Baba’s colorful hair and Lawrence Oyor’s headband in the music video.

Others disapproved of the energetic dance steps, calling the presentation “worldly” and unsuitable for gospel music.

Bamiloye, however, dismissed these concerns and challenged Christians to see the bigger picture.

He stated that the gospel message in the song is clear, relevant, and much needed for today’s generation.

“Teenagers and young adults are difficult to reach,” Bamiloye wrote in his viral post.

“They’re constantly influenced by friends, entertainment, and social media,” he explained with deep concern.

“In a world that glamorizes sin, a song that boldly centers on Jesus should be embraced,” he added.

Bamiloye highlighted that condemning such efforts could drive youths away from faith and into destructive secular culture.

He pointed to the lyric, “I go narrow, dem think say I no know road o,” as scriptural.

This, he said, echoes Jesus’ teaching that the narrow path leads to eternal life.

“Will every gospel singer be like Dunsin or Nathaniel?” he asked, referencing traditional gospel artists.

He urged critics to stop judging by appearance and instead pray for real transformation through the song.

“If out of four million streams, 400,000 youths surrender to Jesus, wouldn’t that be revival?” Bamiloye questioned passionately.

He added that many more could rededicate their lives or encounter the Holy Spirit through the track.

“Let’s support expressions of the gospel that speak the language of this generation,” he pleaded.

“Instead of criticism, we should offer prayers and encouragement,” he advised fellow believers.

He warned that rejecting such songs might leave youths more vulnerable to harmful secular influences.

“If they’re not listening to this, they’ll listen to something worse,” Bamiloye cautioned with urgency.

He concluded his post with a prayer for understanding and unity in the body of Christ.

“Some of us are still saving the ark, unaware that the flood has already come,” he wrote.

“May God help us all,” he ended, calling for wisdom, love, and openness in gospel ministry.

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