According to NET, Skales originally set a date for the album's release to be 1 April 2015.[2] The album's track list was revealed on 11 May 2015.[3]Man of the Year features six singles including the main hit, "Shake Body", released on 6 May 2014.[4][5] The second and third singles, "I Am For Real" and "Je Kan Mo", were both released on 21 January 2015.[6] The fourth single, "Always", was released on 13 May 2015, and followed by the fifth single, "Ijo Ayo", released on 15 May 2015.
Critical reception
Man of the Year received mixed reviews from critics. Ayomide Tayo's review of Man of the Year for Pulse Nigeria described the album as "bland and ordinary," falling short of expectations despite glimpses of potential. Tayo criticized the album’s lack of direction, thematic coherence, and compelling hits, stating, "Man of the Year was meant to be the final proof that Skales is a man who should be at the very top." The album received a rating of 2.5 out of 5, indicating an average effort.[7] Music critic Emmanuel Daraloye reviewing for Nigerian magazine, The Lagos Review, he lamented the album's lack of standout tracks that could have elevated it beyond mediocrity.[8]tooXclusive's Jim Donnett's review of Man of the Year praised Skales' resilience and musical versatility but noted the album felt "tiring and draggy" at points, relying heavily on production and guest features. While highlighting tracks like "Fa Ra We Mi" and "I Forget" for their depth and inspiration, he concluded that despite its flaws, the album showcased Skales as "musically savvy, lyrically skilled, [and a] badass rapper." The album received a rating of 3 out of 5.[9] Dayo Showemimo of Nigerian Entertainment Today noted that Skales delivered a strong and diverse debut with Man of the Year, showcasing his growth as a singer while experimenting across genres. Despite minor shortcomings like missing features from label mates, the album stood out with several standout tracks and solid production. He concluded, “This album is a sure contender for the ‘Album of the Year’ crown,” and gave it a 3.5 out of 5 rating.[10] Wilfred Okiche of 360nobs reviewed Skales' Man of the Year as a formulaic and inconsistent album, showing fleeting promise but lacking personality and depth. While the first half offered enjoyable tracks like "I’m a Winner" and "Lo Le," the album quickly disintegrated into generic, uninspired material. He concluded, "At best, he can only hope for a more modest and fleeting title. Perhaps a man of the moment."[11]
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