Jinmi Abduls - Scum Ft. Mayorkun Apr 2026

The song showcases Jinmi's "JOLAG" sound—a fusion of modern pop sensibilities with the rich heritage of Lagos Highlife, often compared to the styles of Adekunle Gold and King Sunny Ade. Visuals and Direction

Jinmi Abduls and Mayorkun present themselves as "the good guys" amidst a sea of players. They use their verses to convince a love interest that they are different from the stereotypical men she's been warned about.

is a vibrant, Highlife-infused Afrobeats single by Nigerian artist Jinmi Abduls , featuring the "Mayor of Lagos," Mayorkun . Released in June 2017 as a standout track from his debut EP, Jinmi of Lagos (JOLAG) , the song cleverly addresses the modern "men are scum" narrative that gained massive social media traction at the time. Song Overview & Themes Jinmi Abduls - Scum ft. Mayorkun

The official music video, directed by the acclaimed , was released in July 2017.

The track was produced by ODH , known for a clean, melodic sound that blends traditional Highlife guitars with contemporary Afro-pop percussion. The song showcases Jinmi's "JOLAG" sound—a fusion of

Shot in a school environment, the video portrays Jinmi and Mayorkun as playful schoolmates competing for the attention of the same girl.

While the title suggests a cynical take, the song's intent is actually more nuanced. is a vibrant, Highlife-infused Afrobeats single by Nigerian

Throughout the video, they follow her around, leaving love notes and drawing in chalk to win her over. However, the ending ironically reinforces the "scum" title: after spending the whole video pursuing one girl, Jinmi accidentally bumps into a complete stranger at the end and falls for her instantly, proving the very fickle nature of the men they claimed to be different from. Critical Reception