The debut studio album by Nigerian dance-hall sensation Patoranking, titled “God Over Everything” (G.O.E.), was released on August 1, 2016. This project was a definitive statement, solidifying his unique blend of Afro-beat, Reggae, Dance-hall, and Afro-pop and successfully cementing his identity as an international ‘ghetto youth’ spokesperson.
The 16-track album is deeply personal, with Patoranking stating its central theme revolves around his life, upbringing, and faith in God, despite his fame. The sound successfully navigates diverse genres, featuring a powerhouse list of collaborations from Nigeria and Across.
He also featured Nigerian stars like Wizkid in the song This Kind Luv, Olamide in Mama Aboyo, and Phyno in Money. Internationally, he featured Elephant Man and Konshens on the Daniella Whine remix, Ghanaian rap titan Sarkodie on the hit single No Kissing Baby, which was a major pre-release single alongside My Woman, My Everything.
This album showcases his versatility while staying true to his core Dancehall roots. The album remains a significant milestone in African music.
