Jinmi Abduls - Scum Ft. Mayorkun -

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 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. Jinmi Abduls - Scum ft. Mayorkun

"Scum" was instrumental in establishing Jinmi Abduls as a rising force in the Nigerian "alternative" and mainstream crossover scenes. Critics from Culture Custodian praised the track for its relatability and infectious melody, while Pulse Nigeria highlighted the chemistry between Jinmi and Mayorkun, which helped the song reach a wider audience beyond the underground Lagos scene. is a vibrant, Highlife-infused Afrobeats single by Nigerian