In a powerful fusion of faith and contemporary culture, acclaimed Afro-Gospel artiste and cultural architect, Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as Gaise Baba, has unveiled the official music video for his latest single, 'We Outside'. Released on 6 December 2025, this project marks a significant milestone in his nearly two-decade-long mission to seamlessly integrate spiritual messages into the fabric of everyday Nigerian life.
A Mission to Shape Culture Through Music
For almost 20 years, Gaise Baba has carved a unique niche in the music industry. More than a singer-songwriter, he identifies as a culture architect, deliberately using his art to mould values and influence mindsets. His journey, from early experiments that blended Afrobeats, Yoruba idioms, and gospel music to the breakout success of 'No Turning Back II' featuring Lawrence Oyor, demonstrates a consistent commitment to pushing creative boundaries while staying rooted in his faith.
The new single, 'We Outside', produced by Sess and directed by Wisdom Fortune, builds on the momentum of his previous acclaimed work. It features a mid-tempo Afro-pop rhythm coupled with a spiritually charged message. The core theme celebrates a growing movement of believers who are determined to live out their convictions not just within church buildings, but actively in the streets, studios, boardrooms, and all spaces where daily life and impact happen.
A Stellar Cast Embodies the 'We Outside' Ethos
The music video's brilliance is amplified by its impressive lineup of featured personalities, each a titan in their respective field. This strategic casting visually reinforces the song's central message that excellence driven by faith belongs in every sector of society.
The video includes appearances from:
- Leke Alder (Consulting & Branding)
- Tara Fela-Durotoye (Beauty & Entrepreneurship)
- Funke Bucknor-Obruthe (Event Planning)
- ID Cabasa (Music Production)
- Funto Ibuoye
- Tunde Onakoya (Sports & Chess)
- Stan Nze (Film)
- Moyo Oluwole (Interior Design)
- Reinhard Tega (Real Estate)
Together, they represent a cross-section of Nigerian excellence, showcasing that the gospel's influence is meant for all creative, corporate, and inspirational spaces.
More Than a Song: A Cultural Declaration
Explaining the vision behind 'We Outside', Gaise Baba stated, "We are not abandoning what has been built but taking the flame from the altar and setting the streets on fire with the Gospel." He emphasized that the project is a cultural declaration for a generation that is unashamed of their faith and ready to carry its light into every sphere of influence.
This release underscores why the award-winning artiste, social impact entrepreneur, and Berklee College of Music-trained professional remains a distinctive voice in Afro-Gospel and urban culture. His work often blends Yoruba, English, and West African Pidgin, making it accessible and relevant, especially to the youth.
Beyond music, Gaise Baba's multifaceted impact includes founding the LightOut high school initiative and the Aramanda Festival. He is also the creative force behind Lounge464, a platform combining performance, community impact, and cultural curation across Nigeria and the diaspora. Additionally, he hosts Black Flame, a culture-shaping podcast featuring authentic and insightful conversations.
With 'We Outside', Gaise Baba continues to ignite a new wave where faith, culture, and daily vocation intersect, challenging believers to step out and make their mark in the world.
