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Olamide Adedeji, known professionally as Olamide (and often referred to as Baddo), is a seminal figure in Nigerian hip hop. Born on March 15, 1989, in Bariga, Lagos State, he has become one of Africa's most influential artists by popularizing indigenous rap, primarily performing in his native Yoruba language.

Olamide’s journey into the mainstream began in 2011 with the release of his debut studio album, Rapsodi. Released under the Coded Tunes label, the album showcased his ability to blend street narratives with rhythmic flows, quickly earning him a dedicated following across Nigeria and establishing his presence in the competitive Lagos music scene.

Following his debut, Olamide sought greater creative and entrepreneurial independence by establishing his own record label, YBNL Nation (Yahoo Boy No Laptop). His second studio album, titled YBNL (2012), was the first project released under this imprint. The album was a significant commercial success, supported by a string of hit singles including "First of All," "Voice of the Street," "Stupid Love," and "Ilefo Illuminati." This era marked his transition from a rising talent to a major force in the industry.