He records mostly in Yoruba, his native tongue. In 2011, he released his debut studio album Rapsodi while signed to Coded Tunes. YBNL, his follow-up album, was released under YBNL Nation, his label imprint. The album was supported by the singles “First of All”, “Voice of the Street”, “Stupid Love”, and “Ilefo Illuminati”. On November 7, 2013, he released his third studio album Baddest Guy Ever Liveth. The album’s singles include “Durosoke” and “Yemi My Lover” among others. On July 17, 2013, Olamide became the first Nigerian to sign an endorsement deal with international liquor brand “Cîroc”. Olamide has won several music awards, including multiple Nigeria Entertainment Awards, The Headies, and Nigeria Music Video Awards (NMVA), to name a few.
Formally signed Into ID CABASA’s CODED TUNEZ Record label, Olamide now has his own record label titled YBNL NATION , He is known to be good when it comes to code mixing of Fluent English and Yoruba . He was feature by Phyno in Ghost Mode, the hit single makes the whole street went crazy it becomes the lyrics of the town.
Olamide has performed live on big stages all over Nigeria and he is most definitely a street favorite. It is safe to say, the streets love him and he loves them back. His music is gaining serious mass appeal and his rap style is being enjoyed by many.
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