By Adedamola Ogunbewon
Min. Adeoluwa (Adeoluwa Boluwajaiye) represents a fresh, bold expression in the gospel music landscape. In a saturated industry often driven by sound trends, his commitment to singing scripture word-for-word is a rare and daring artistic direction that instantly distinguishes his work. His lyrical choices are not merely inspired by scripture—they are scripture. This disciplined adherence to biblical text challenges the creative norms and repositions music as a tool of memorization, meditation, and revelation.
His debut single It Is Written In His Word is both a sonic affirmation and a theological statement, offering listeners direct access to biblical truth without dilution. In Mary’s Praise, Adeoluwa’s ability to interpret Luke 1:46–49 with melodic sensitivity reflects his deep spiritual and musical maturity. His music does not entertain at the cost of depth; rather, it pulls listeners toward scriptural engagement, encouraging a generation more familiar with social media than scripture to re-encounter the Word of God through song.
Min. Adeoluwa’s artistic contribution is underscored by his method: prayer-led, Spirit-inspired, and musically informed. The inclusion of direct biblical passages—not altered or loosely interpreted—reveals a rare theological integrity. His work has already begun prompting listeners to revisit their Bibles, sparking what could be called a devotional revival through digital platforms like Audiomack and WhatsApp. In a world of disposable content, this kind of lasting spiritual and intellectual impact is deeply significant.
This interview explores not just his creative process, but his foundational experiences, collaborations, challenges, and future vision. It documents a clear sense of leadership, innovation, and influence—qualities that affirm his place as a culture-shaping artist within and beyond the gospel community.
INTERVIEW
How did scripture and music first come together for you?
It started early. I grew up in Nigeria where we listened to artists like Baba Ara and Don Moen—many of their songs were scripture-based. You’d find yourself singing Psalm 23 or other verses without even trying to memorize them. That exposure helped me become grounded in the Bible, and it gave me an edge—I actually won Bible quiz competitions growing up because I had already internalized scripture through song. In those days, those songs made memorizing verses easy, and it created lasting retention even till date.
That explains your approach now—taking scripture word-for-word and turning it into music. Why this method?
Because it works. But more importantly, I started seeing how many young people now struggle to engage with the Bible. They love God, but the attention span is short. They’re on TikTok, Instagram, streaming platforms—but not necessarily opening the Word.
So I thought: if they’re already listening to music, why not put scripture in it directly? Not just inspired-by, but the actual verses. And when they hear something that sounds different or deep, their mind might ask: “Wait, is that really in the Bible?” That curiosity opens the door.
And that’s actually happening?
Yes, by God’s grace. After Mary’s Praise dropped, someone on Audiomack wrote: “I opened my Bible to check the verse. For the first time this year I opened my Bible. hmmm.”
Then on WhatsApp, people started saying the same thing. One said, “You don make me go read wetin Luke 1:46 talk,” and another person wrote, “Sha release more songs. If na wetin go dey make me read Bible verses be that, let’s have it.”
Those kinds of responses assure me that this isn’t just about making music—it’s ministry, and it’s working.
Let’s talk about the creative side. How do you find the sound for each verse?
It usually begins while I’m studying the Bible. If I’m reading a chapter and I suddenly find myself going over a particular verse again and again, I pause. I ask the Holy Spirit, “What do you want me to do with this?” That’s often when the sound begins to form in my heart—I start humming, sometimes without even realising it. That’s my signal.
As soon as that happens, I reach for my voice recorder and capture the melody immediately, even if it’s rough. That moment is sacred—it’s where the foundation is set. After that, I go into the creative part: thinking about instrumentation, arrangement, tempo, mood.
Another moment inspiration hits me is during sermons. I pay close attention to preaching, and sometimes when a verse is being read, it just jumps out at me. I write it down immediately, then go home and keep repeating it until something starts forming musically. That’s actually how It Is Written In His Word came to be.
For Mary’s Praise, I was studying the Book of Luke in November 2024. I had taken my wife for an appointment, and while waiting I was reading through Luke. I noticed I kept coming back to that passage, reading it over and over. I paused, and asked, “Holy Spirit, what do you want me to do with this?” That’s when the melody came. It started as a hum, then I recorded it, and built the song from there.
So in essence, the Holy Spirit lays the foundation, and then I build on it with the musical skills I’ve learned. That’s why having a good understanding of music is important. It’s not just about singing; it’s about interpreting spiritually inspired ideas with excellence. Creativity and revelation work hand in hand.
Does sticking strictly to scripture limit your creativity?
It’s definitely challenging. You can’t change the words to suit the rhythm. But I don’t see it as limiting—I see it as refining. It forces me to listen harder to what the verse is saying and then find a way to bring it out musically.
Not every verse flows easily, but I believe the right sound always comes when I stay in prayer and remain patient.
What other plans or projects are you working on now?
I’m currently working on a body of work that continues this scripture-singing direction. There are a few unreleased tracks I’m praying over, including the Romans 11:36 piece I mentioned earlier. My vision is to have a collection of songs that speak directly from the Word in a way that’s musically engaging and spiritually rich.
I’m also open to collaborating with other gospel ministers and creatives who share the same heart for scripture-based ministry. My first collaboration was actually with my brother, Joeryos. While adding my part to the song, I made sure it stayed consistent with what I was called to do. The first verse was composed by me and was inspired by Revelation 4:11. The original song had more verses, but we trimmed it down during production for flow and clarity.
Beyond that, I’ve started mentoring younger musicians in my church and local community, encouraging them to go deeper in their spiritual and musical growth.
What scripture would you say anchors your music ministry?
Colossians 3:16 has always stood out to me: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.” That verse captures everything I believe about the power of scripture in music.
Another scripture that inspires me deeply is Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.” If the Word is likened to a lamp, and it’s hard for any human to function in darkness, then I want to use music as a way to carry that light. Through melody and rhythm, I believe we can help people encounter scripture in ways that illuminate their path—even in seasons when it’s hard to read or stay consistent.
Have there been any challenges along this journey?
Yes, plenty. One of the biggest is resisting the pressure to follow trends. There’s always that voice asking, “Will this connect?” But I’ve learned that if God gives the sound, He’ll send the listeners. Another challenge is creative fatigue—especially when a melody isn’t coming together easily. But through all of it, I’ve grown spiritually. I’ve learned to trust God more, to wait, to be faithful in the quiet seasons.
What keeps you grounded?
My family, my prayer life, and my church community. My wife is a huge support—she’s seen the highs and lows and still encourages me to stay the course. I try to stay rooted in the Word and serve consistently in my local church. That helps me stay focused on the ministry, not just the music.
What’s your ultimate hope when people hear your music?
That they open the Bible. That they recognize the power of scripture. That even if they don’t remember the whole verse, something sticks. Music is one of the strongest memory tools we have. If I can help someone carry God’s Word in their heart through a melody, then I’ve done what I was sent to do
