Blessing Offor Real

Released: August 8, 2025 (Capitol Christian Music Group)

4.6/5

Written by: Mike Laxton (August 8, 2025)

In an era where musical production often overshadows lyrical depth and authenticity, Blessing Offor delivers something refreshingly different with his latest 16-track album, Real. Following his breakout success with My Tribe and hit collaborations like “The Goodness” with TobyMac, Real feels like a statement—one that invites listeners into the quiet, honest corners of Blessing’s life, faith, and heart.

From the very first note of the title track, “Real,” Blessing sets the tone with a stripped-down acoustic approach that invites the listener into something intimate. With simple piano and understated percussion, the song doesn’t demand your attention—it earns it. This track, along with the majority of the album, as we discussed in our Kingdom Builder interview, was intentionally non-overt in its spiritual messaging. It’s a bridge-builder—welcoming in the curious listener while still leaving breadcrumbs of hope and truth for those paying attention.

As the album unfolds, what becomes clear is the intentionality behind every sonic and lyrical choice. Songs like “Oh Child” and “Lift Me Up” bring an upbeat energy, while “The Morning” captures a more meditative mood—reminding us, in Blessing’s words, that “the sun’s gonna rise in the morning.” And for those of us who walk in faith, we know the Son rises too. The message of hope through hardship is woven throughout the album like golden thread.

One of the strengths of Real is its ability to feel timeless and current at the same time. You hear echoes of Stevie Wonder (a noted influence Blessing confirmed in our interview) in songs like “The Roses” and “Where My Feet Are.” There’s a soulfulness and swing that pulls you in and makes you want to move—whether that’s swaying to the rhythm or reflecting in your spirit. The minimal, organic instrumentation lets Blessing’s voice shine—and what a voice it is: warm, expressive, and as real as the album’s title suggests.

Tracks like “Set in Stone,” “Rise Again,” and “Carry On” bring a gentleness that soothes the listener, reminding us that strength is often found in vulnerability. Meanwhile, “Jordans” brings the most overtly Christian messaging on the album—and it’s glorious. The imagery of walking on Jordan’s ground, standing on the Rock, and praising the Highest is rich and celebratory. It’s the kind of track that speaks directly to the heart of a believer while still accessible to a broader audience.

What’s particularly moving is how Blessing navigates spiritual themes without alienation. Songs like “Barricades” and “The Time It Takes” feel deeply personal, yet universally relatable. The struggles, doubts, and breakthroughs he sings about aren’t sanitized—they’re real. And as someone who shares music through the lens of faith on Kingdom Builder and Today’s Christian Entertaintment, I find that authenticity to be not only artistically admirable but spiritually powerful. It plants seeds for the listener who might not yet know the full depth of the Gospel, sparking curiosity that only God can water.

The album also shines in its collaborative spirit. “Somebody’s Child”—featuring the legendary Dolly Parton and co-written by Joy Williams—feels like a cross-generational moment of grace. It’s both tender and powerful, reminding us of the worth we carry as beloved children of God.

The closer, “What’s Tomorrow For,” is gentle, unhurried, and reflective. It’s a question posed to all of us: if we know God holds our tomorrow, how will we live today? With its minimal production, it leaves you with more space than sound—a perfect conclusion to an album that’s as much about the silences as the songs.

In a time when many albums are produced for algorithms, Real feels like it was crafted for the soul. It’s not just a collection of songs—it’s a journey through doubt, joy, longing, healing, and hope. Blessing Offor invites us into his story not as spectators, but as fellow travelers. And in doing so, he reminds us that real life, with all its struggles and beauty, is still where God meets us.

Real is more than an album—it’s an experience. It entertains, encourages, and elevates. It’s Blessing Offor at his most honest, most artistic, and most Spirit-led.