Jaywon reacts as his song ‘This Year” compared to Mariah Carey

Jaywon’s classic song “This Year (Odun Yi)” has once again become the anthem of the holiday season, with its enduring popularity showing no signs of waning

The song, which has been a staple of Nigerian Detty December festivities for years, experienced a resurgence in commercial attention in 2024 and 2025, cementing its status as a timeless classic.

To kick off the new year, Jaywon shared a fresh performance video of the single on his social media platforms, sparking a mixed reaction from fans and critics alike. While some praised the singer’s ability to create a song that remains relevant after 13 years, others accused him of relying on his past hit to regain relevance.

One comparison that caught Jaywon’s attention was to Mariah Carey’s iconic holiday song “All I Want For Christmas,” with some users suggesting that he was trying to replicate her success.

However, Jaywon took the comparison as a badge of honor, responding, “A song that’s been playing strong for 13 years and you think your hate today will stop it? Call me the African Mariah Carey if you want; it doesn’t bother me in fact, it’s a compliment. After over a decade, we’re still here, still loved, and still supported, and for that, I’m endlessly grateful to Jehovah and my amazing fans.”

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