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Olamide Songs
Olamide Gbenga Adedeji (born 15 March 1989) is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record executive. Widely regarded as one of the biggest and most influential artists in Africa, he has been instrumental to the launching of the careers of several Afrobeats music stars. He records in Yoruba and English. In 2011, he released his debut studio album '' Rapsodi'' while signed to Coded Tunes. ''YBNL'', his follow-up album, was released under his label imprint "Yahoo Boy No Laptop" aka YBNL Nation. The album was supported by the singles "First of All", "Voice of the Street", "Stupid Love", and "Ilefo Illuminati". On 7 November 2013, he released his third studio album ''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth''. The album's singles include "Durosoke" and "Yemi My Lover". On 17 July 2013, Olamide became the first Nigerian to sign an endorsement deal with Cîroc. Early life and musical beginnings Olamide Gbenga Adedeji was born in Bariga, Lagos State, on 15 March 1989. He is the second of thre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bariga
Bariga is a district and suburb in Lagos State, Nigeria. It was formerly under Somolu local government area of Lagos State but in 2013 it was upgraded by the State government as a Local Council Development Area. The local government secretariat is located at 19, Bawala street, Bariga. Arguably defined by its natural style as quick to fit. It presently has as its Chairman Alabi Kolade David. It is the location of the oldest secondary school in Nigeria. Notable institutions *CMS Grammar School, Lagos * Baptist Academy Obanikoro, Lagos Notable people * Olamide – Nigerian rapper * Lil Kesh – Nigerian rapper, singer * 9ice – Nigerian singer-songwriter Kingsley MomohNigerian Journalist, Actor & MC See also * ''Bariga Boys ''Bariga Boys'' is a 2009 Nigerian documentary about street performers Segun Adefila and the Crown Troupe, who use guerrilla theatre, music and drama to address issues of poverty in the slums of Bariga Bariga is a district and suburb in Lagos ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fireboy DML
Adedamola Adefolahan (born 5 February 1996), known professionally as Fireboy DML, is a Nigerian singer. He is signed to YBNL Nation, a record label founded by Nigerian rapper Olamide. His debut studio album ''Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps'' was released in 2019. He won Listener's Choice and was nominated for Song of the Year for "Jealous" at the 2020 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival. Early life Fireboy DML was born and raised in Abeokuta, Ogun state, and was a member of his church choir. He developed interest in music while studying at Obafemi Awolowo University. Career Breakthrough His breakthrough single "Jealous" first appeared on YBNL Nation's collaborative album ''YBNL Mafia Family'' (2018), before being re-released on 25 March, 2019. The song is composed of guitar riffs, traditional drums and percussion; it combines African harmonies with elements of country and soul music. "Jealous" was produced by Cracker Mallo and is centered around love and the complicated feelings that ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tai Solarin University Of Education
The Tai Solarin University of Education is a state university of education in Nigeria. It was established in 2005. It is located in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. History The university was named after the Nigerian educational administrator and human rights activist Tai Solarin (1922–1994). It is the 76th approved university in Nigeria. The Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED, pronounced TARSUD), was proclaimed a full-fledged university (and a transformation of the erstwhile Tai Solarin College of Education, established January 1978), on 29 January 2005 by the administration of Otunba Gbenga Daniel. TASUED was officially approved as a university by the National Universities Commission (NUC) on Tuesday 28 November 2005. It is a citadel of learning dedicated to the production of competent professional educators and teachers who have immense knowledge of their chosen subjects/disciplines of study and the requisite pedagogical skills of subject delivery. The Univer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Headies
The Headies (originally called the Hip Hop World Awards) is a music awards show established in 2006 by the ''Hip Hop World Magazine'' of Nigeria to recognize outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry. The annual ceremony features performances by established and promising artists. It is broadcast live on HipTV to viewers across Nigeria. The 1st and The Headies 2007, 2nd editions of The Headies were held at the Muson Center in Onikan, Lagos State. Between 2010 and 2012, the awards were held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island (Nigeria), Victoria Island, Lagos. Several media personalities in Nigeria have hosted the annual ceremony, including Darey, Darey Art Alade, D'banj, Dakore Akande, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I Abaga, M.I, Tiwa Savage and Dr SID. History and plaque The image of The Headies was created by Ayo Animashaun, the founder of the awards, and drawn by Matthias Aragbada. The first Headie plaque was done by Jide Adewoye. It represent ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DJ Enimoney
Eniola Olamilekan Adedeji, known by his stage name DJ Enimoney, is a Nigerian disc jockey. Enimoney is the official disc jockey of YBNL Nation and younger brother of Nigerian rapper, Olamide. Early life DJ Enimoney was born in Lagos to Nigerian parents. He pursued a high school education at Lagos State Secondary School. He studied Computer science at Lagos City Polytechnic. Career DJ Enimoney started his professional disc jockey career after senior secondary school in 2015 at Bariga. He gained recognition in 2016 with his debut single "Oya dab" which featured Olamide. At the 2018 edition of the City People Music Awards, held in Lagos, DJ Enimoney single "Diet" which features Tiwa Savage & Slimcase won "Best Collaboration of the Year". That same year, he was nominated at the Nigerian Entertainment Award for "Diet" in the "Best Single by DJ" category. Discography Singles *"Gapa" (featuring CDQ (rapper), Chinko Ekun and B Banks) (2015) *"Sweety gurl" (featuring Smal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cîroc
Cîroc is a brand of alcoholic beverages produced in France since 2003 and distributed by the British-based multinational alcoholic beverage maker Diageo. The brand family includes vodka, flavored products containing vodka, and brandy. Since 2007, the marketing and promotion for Cîroc in the United States has been handled by Sean Combs in an "equal-share venture" with profits from the brand being split between Combs and Diageo. Etymology The name "Cîroc" is a portmanteau of the French word ''cime'', meaning peak or summit-top, and ''roche'', meaning rock, a reference to the high-altitude vineyards of the Gaillac region where Mauzac grapes are grown (the 'î' in the Cîroc logo is the i-circumflex letter used in the French language.) Vodka production process Cîroc's vodka is distinguished from nearly all other vodkas by being derived from grapes, rather than using grain, potatoes or maize (corn). It is distilled to a very high level of alcohol by volume (ABV) conc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Durosoke
"Durosoke" (Yoruba: "Stay Up") is a song by Nigerian hip hop recording artist Olamide. It was released as the lead single from his third studio album, ''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth'' (2013). The song was produced by Pheelz and written by Olamide. It is a mid tempo Yoruba song. Music video The accompanying music video for "Durosoke" was shot and directed in Nigeria by Clarence Peters. It was exclusively released on ''Star Music'', a music platform established in February 2013 by Star Lager, one of Nigeria's largest brewing companies. In an interview, Olamide spoke on the release of "Durosoke", saying, "I don't remember the last time I was this excited about dropping something so fresh". The rapper's camp didn't reveal any details about the video and left fans speculating about its concept. Durosoke's music video parody Dean (also known as Olubaddo) performed a parody of "Durosoke" prior to the 2013 Cokobar Music Festival, headlined by Olamide alongside Flavour N'abania, and Sean Tizz ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baddest Guy Ever Liveth
''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth'' (abbreviated as ''BGEL'') is the third studio album by Nigerian hip hop recording artist Olamide. It was released on November 7, 2013, by YBNL Nation. Olamide recorded the album between 2012 and 2013; he enlisted Pheelz, Buckwyla, Ketchup, Ice Prince, Pepenazi, Endia, Viktoh, B.Banks, Phyno, Pele Pele and Bez to appear as guest artists on it. The album was produced entirely by Pheelz, except for the thirteenth track "Sitting on the Throne". ''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth'' was supported by four singles: " Durosoke", "Turn Up", "Yemi My Lover" and "Eleda Mi O". ''Premium Times'' newspaper included the album on its list of the 5 yet to be released Nigerian albums of 2013. It was ranked 12th on Afrikka Radio's list of the top 12 best Nigerian albums of 2013. ''Baddest Guy Ever Liveth'' won Best Album of the Year at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, and was nominated for Rap Album of the Year at the 2014 City People Entertainment Awards. It won Best Ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
YBNL
''YBNL'' (an abbreviation for Yahoo Boy No ''Laptop'') is the second studio album by Nigerian rapper Olamide. It was released on November 12, 2012, as the follow-up to his debut studio album '' Rapsodi'' (2011). The album features guest appearances from Kay Switch, Tiwa Savage, Dammy Krane, Davido, Kidakudz, Reminisce, Base 1, Buckwyla and Minus 2. Olamide enlisted Pheelz, Samklef, I.D Cabasa, 2Kriss and Tyrone to produce the album. ''YBNL'' was supported by the singles "Ilefo Illuminati", "First of All", "Stupid Love" and "Voice of the Street". Background Olamide promoted the album by holding a launch party at Octopus Club in Yaba, Lagos; the party featured performances from Dammy Krane, Morell, Djzeez, Phyno, Phenom, Samklef, Skales and Lace. Prior to the album's launch party in Yaba, Olamide held a concert at Mazabs Event Centre in Ilorin on March 21, 2013. Composition The ''YBNL'' phrase is, in itself, a paradox. In layman's terms, Olamide wants to be fly like a "Yahoo Bo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rapsodi (Olamide Album)
''Rapsodi'' is the debut studio album by Nigerian rapper Olamide, released by Coded Tunes. The album features guest appearances from Pheelz, Wizkid, 9ice, Reminisce, I.D Cabasa, 2Phat, Adol, Ab1, Jumoke, Lord of Ajasa, B-Rank, Soul Joe, and Terry Da Rapman. It was nominated for Best Rap Album at The Headies 2012. Accolades ''Rapsodi'' was nominated for Best Rap Album at The Headies 2012 The Headies 2012 was the 7th edition of The Headies (known as the Hip Hop World Awards until the 6th edition). It was hosted by M.I and Omawumi. The ceremony took place on 20 October 2012, at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lag .... Track listing References 2011 albums Olamide albums {{2010s-hiphop-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yoruba Language
Yoruba (, ; Yor. '; Ajami script, Ajami: ) is a language spoken in West Africa, primarily in South West (Nigeria), Southwestern Middle Belt, and Central Nigeria. It is spoken by the Ethnic group, ethnic Yoruba people. The number of Yoruba speakers is roughly 50 million, plus about 2 million second-language speakers. As a pluricentric language, it is primarily spoken in a dialectal area spanning Nigeria and Benin with smaller migrated communities in Côte d'Ivoire, Sierra Leone and The Gambia. Yoruba vocabulary is also used in the Afro-Brazilian religion known as Candomblé, in the Caribbean religion of Santería in the form of the liturgical Lucumí language and various Afro-American religions of North America. Practitioners of these religions in the Americas no longer speak or understand the Yorùbá language, rather they use remnants of Yorùbá language for singing songs that for them are shrouded in mystery. Usage of a lexicon of Yorùbá words and short phrases during ritua ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jamopyper
Jamiu Damilare Tajudeen (born 25 October 1995) known professionally as Jamopyper, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter signed to Zanku Records owned by Nigerian Musician Zlatan ibile. In 2020 he was nominated as Rookie Of Year at The Headies 2020. He is regarded as one of the promising acts in the Nigerian music industry Early life and education He was born on 25 October 1995 in Egbeda, Lagos, Nigeria, as the first of six children. He hails from Iganna, Oyo State, Nigeria. His primary education began at Topaz Emerald School, Egbeda, and secondary education at Millennium Secondary School, Egbeda. Musical career Jamopyper grew up with the forethought of becoming a mechanical engineer as a young lad, but developed interest in doing music full time from the plaudits he received when he performed at small gatherings at the age of 12, which influenced his decision to chase a career in music professionally in 2005, with the likes of Akon, Rihanna, Wizkid, Davido and 9ice being his ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
