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Inspiraystonner Returns with a Resonant Anthem of Perseverance in “Ejeh Mhi” After “Hustle”

By on July 15, 2025

When it comes to emerging voices in Nigeria’s vibrant street-hop and Afro-fusion scene, few have shown the raw honesty and relatable storytelling quite like Inspiraystonner. After the release of his infectious track “Hustle”, which blended romance with the ever-urgent grind for financial breakthrough, the talented artist now blesses the streets and airwaves with “Ejeh Mhi,” a soul-searching anthem that digs even deeper into the psychology of hope, patience, and divine timing.

“Ejeh Mhi” is not just another motivational track layered on a bouncy Afrobeat rhythm. It’s a spiritual reflection. It serves almost like an open journal entry, echoing the silent prayers, frustrations, philosophical musings, and unwavering resilience that characterize the journey of millions of young people chasing a dream against all odds.

A Look Back at “Hustle”

Before delving fully into the themes of “Ejeh Mhi,” it’s important to trace back to Inspiraystonner’s previous offering, “Hustle.” That song was a confident fusion of love and relentless grind, painting the classic story of a young man willing to conquer the world, just so he can provide for the woman he loves.

“Na why I dey hustle 24/7 / If money no drop, we go do more level…”

These lines from “Hustle” captured the urgency of modern-day relationships interwoven with economic realities. For many young men, affection isn’t just about romantic dinners and promises—it’s intrinsically tied to the wallet. The lyrical declaration:

“You know say for your matter, I fit slapy popo…”

is equal parts dramatic and endearing, signifying a loyalty so strong he’d challenge law enforcement for her sake.

Yet underneath the playful melodies and smooth hooks was a very serious undertone: financial stability determines emotional stability. It’s a truth many can’t ignore. The track, therefore, wasn’t just a danceable jam. It was a coded cry about the pressure to ‘secure the bag’ not just for personal pride, but to sustain love.

Transition to “Ejeh Mhi” — The Maturing of the Message

With “Ejeh Mhi,” Inspiraystonner shifts the focus from romantic hustle to existential hustle. The love story is replaced by a broader reflection on life itself.

The Meaning of the Title

“Ejeh Mhi” loosely translates to “My Blood” (often used in Nigerian Pidgin and local dialects to address someone very close, akin to ‘my brother,’ ‘my person,’ or even ‘my life’). It sets the tone for a message directed inwardly or to someone he holds dear—perhaps both.

An Introspective Lyrical Journey

Opening Wisdom

The song begins with borrowed wisdom. Inspiraystonner recounts:

“E get wetin my brother tell me
He say consistency lo matter, ipé báwo ni wọn ṣe gbẹ́ omi…”

(Meaning roughly: “There’s something my brother told me. He said consistency is what matters—look at how they dig well water…”)

This imagery is profound. It draws from everyday Yoruba proverbs that find wisdom in simple tasks. Digging a well is no small feat—it requires steady, repeated effort, inch by inch, until finally reaching life-giving water beneath. It’s not a job that yields results immediately; it’s the perfect metaphor for patience, resilience, and the slow accumulation of progress.

Through this line, Inspiraystonner captures the essence of perseverance: real success doesn’t come by rushing or brute force alone, but by deliberate, consistent action—just like the patient work of digging a well until water finally springs forth.

The Spiritual Dimension

“Mo mo, aanu Oluwa to mi
Sliver and Gold, I have none
But you see that God way no dey fail, I get am…”

These lines establish the foundational faith that drives him. In a society where prosperity gospel and visible wealth often overshadow quiet trust, Inspiraystonner draws on a deeper kind of spirituality. It’s not flamboyant. It’s humble. He admits he has no silver or gold—yet claims a greater treasure: a God who never fails.

This is essential to understanding “Ejeh Mhi.” It’s not just motivational. It’s an anthem soaked in spiritual submission, placing success and hope in divine timing.

The Refrain of Hope

The repeated plea:

“Ẹjẹ mi, hope say you never lose Hope?”

is striking. It’s as if he’s talking to a friend on the verge of breaking—or to himself in the mirror. He recognizes how easy it is to lose hope, especially on these streets where:

“I know say shenking po gan uh, for the street but ma riro o…”
(“I know there’s a lot of pain out here, but don’t worry…”)

Rich Local Wisdom: Beans and Fire

One of the most beautiful metaphors in the song comes in these lines:

“If your light still dey burn, your beans still go done…”

It draws from the kitchen, familiar to every African home. If your fire is still burning, no matter how long it takes, eventually your pot of beans will cook. It’s a gentle but firm reminder not to extinguish your drive. As long as you’ve got that inner spark—progress is inevitable.

Real Street Realities

The song is brutally honest about the optics of success:

“Na who dey collect, ṣe o ri owun loma hype…”
(“The one who’s cashing out is who they hype…”)

It’s a social commentary. Nobody hypes silent efforts or struggles; they only celebrate visible winnings. This duality is common—those who grind in silence get overlooked until success arrives.

So he warns: appearances deceive. Someone who seems ahead might just be enjoying their brief moment, because:

“Elemi lo ma last…”
(“It’s the one with life who will last.”)

It’s a powerful grounding statement. At the end of the day, staying alive, healthy, and mentally stable is the real win.

From External Pressure to Internal Assurance

Unlike “Hustle” which was heavily tied to impressing a lover and proving masculinity through financial might, “Ejeh Mhi” is more about surviving for survival’s sake.

“If I no do, who go ṣe?
Daju pa owo ni, no look Uche face…”

(“If I don’t do it, who will? Money must be made, don’t be distracted by others…”)

It’s a shift from hustling for external validation to internal necessity. This is growth. It’s personal responsibility. He realizes he’s running this race primarily for himself and his destiny—not just societal applause.

Musicality and Production

Inspiraystonner keeps the beat street-relevant—drums and airy synths that maintain Afro-fusion roots. The production isn’t overwhelming; it gives space for the lyrics to shine. The slight rawness of his delivery matches the vulnerability of the content.

The repeated chants and refrains act almost like affirmations, embedding these truths into the mind of the listener:

“Me I go dey push on, push on, push on…”

The hook becomes a mantra. It’s less about catchy radio-friendliness and more about mental programming. By the end of the song, you find yourself repeating these lines unconsciously—motivated to push on too.

Bridging “Hustle” and “Ejeh Mhi”

Together, “Hustle” and “Ejeh Mhi” offer a panoramic look at Inspiraystonner’s worldview.

  • “Hustle” was outward—chasing money to keep love, to feel relevant, to show worth.
  • “Ejeh Mhi” is inward—finding personal strength, trusting grace, staying hopeful even when no one is clapping.

The artist is chronicling his own maturity across these tracks. Listeners who followed him from “Hustle” get a treat: the same voice but with deeper lessons. He still talks about securing the bag, but he’s no longer doing it to merely show off or keep a lover from leaving. He’s doing it because if he doesn’t rise, nobody else will run this particular race for him.

Cultural Relevance and Street Philosophy

Inspiraystonner taps heavily into local idioms and relatable street philosophy. From “beans still go done” to “no look Uche face,” he uses language that feels native—words that resonate from barbershops to buka joints.

His songs, especially “Ejeh Mhi,” function almost like mini-proverbs set to melody. Each line can be pulled out and discussed in the context of real life. In many ways, he’s fulfilling the traditional role of the griot: entertaining, yes, but also instructing and reminding.

Final Reflections: Why “Ejeh Mhi” Matters

In a music industry often dominated by flashy bravado, transactional relationships, and shallow flexing, “Ejeh Mhi” stands out as a testament to the inner grind.

It’s a song for those still in the trenches, for the hawkers, the small business owners, the upcoming artists, the undergraduates, the young men and women trying to rewrite their family stories. It’s a quiet assurance that:

  • As long as your light (drive, talent, dream) is still burning, you’re still in the game.
  • As long as your beans (plans, goals) are still on the fire, they’ll eventually get done.

Concluding Thoughts: Inspiraystonner’s Growing Catalogue

With “Hustle” and now “Ejeh Mhi,” Inspiraystonner is building a catalogue rooted in raw narratives. He’s emerging not just as an artist who makes catchy songs, but as a documentarian of the everyday struggle.

These tracks are more than melodies; they’re audio therapy sessions, places where street boys and hustlers can find a voice that articulates their silent battles.

And in a time when many are secretly doubting if they’ll ever ‘make it,’ songs like “Ejeh Mhi” arrive as gentle reminders:

Keep your light burning. Keep your beans cooking. Because truly, Elemi lo ma last—it’s the one who endures that eventually wins.

✅ If you enjoyed this deep dive into Inspiraystonner’s music, stay tuned. As he continues to release more music, we’ll be here to break it down for you—bar for bar, line for line, theme for theme.

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