With HERMIT, Jahkeery transforms loneliness into purpose, proving that stepping away from the noise can become the beginning of something extraordinary.
For many artists, music is born from celebration, heartbreak, or ambition. For Jahkeery, however, his latest project, HERMIT, emerged from something far quieter—loneliness. Instead of allowing isolation to consume him, he transformed it into a body of work that speaks about self-discovery, resilience, and the courage to rebuild from within.
The title HERMIT perfectly captures the heart of the project. Traditionally, a hermit is someone who withdraws from society to live in solitude, but Jahkeery gives the concept a modern meaning. To him, becoming a hermit isn’t about running away from life; it’s about intentionally stepping back, finding clarity, and returning stronger than before.
“You can control the world from the inside of your room,” he explains. “What matters most is believing and not giving up”. That simple philosophy forms the foundation of the EP, encouraging listeners to embrace moments of silence instead of fearing them.
The project also represents a major turning point in Jahkeery’s career. He describes HERMIT as the beginning of a new chapter, pointing to his own growth as evidence. Watching his audience grow from just seven monthly listeners to more than 700 has reinforced his belief that persistence eventually pays off.
Creating the EP was an adventure in itself. Jahkeery traveled across Abuja, Minna, and Benin City in pursuit of the best possible sound, determined to deliver music that genuinely reflected his artistic vision. While the process was enjoyable, it was far from easy.
One of the biggest challenges was finance, but creative perfectionism also demanded patience. His song THIS YEAR was recorded three separate times using two different instrumentals before he finally found the version that felt right. Another difficult decision came when LIMA, originally intended for the EP, was removed because he wasn’t satisfied with its production quality. In its place came SHINE, a change he believes ultimately strengthened the project.
The EP features just one guest appearance from fellow artist Nasbee, who joins Jahkeery on track four. By keeping collaborations minimal, Jahkeery allows listeners to fully experience the personal nature of HERMIT, where every song reflects his own journey and mindset.
He believes now is the perfect moment to release the project because people are increasingly searching for hope, purpose, and personal growth in uncertain times.
The message is straightforward: whenever life feels overwhelming or progress seems impossible, it’s okay to disappear for a while—not to give up, but to reset.
Despite his confidence in the music, Jahkeery is careful not to place unrealistic expectations on the project. Rather than chasing numbers or predictions, he wants listeners to decide its value for themselves. Still, deep down, he believes HERMIT has the potential to unlock a completely new chapter in his career.
The journey won’t end with the EP. Music videos are already in the works, and Jahkeery hints at a surprise announcement that could see fans receiving a deluxe edition of HERMIT.
If the project achieves what it sets out to do, it won’t simply be remembered as another release—it will stand as proof that sometimes the greatest breakthroughs happen in moments of solitude.
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