Since entering the mainstream in 2010,Olamide Baddo has emerged as one of the most renowned creators of hits in the Afrobeats genre., whose music has been prevalent on the streets and shaped the dancehall.
By 2015, Olamide Baddo had been active in his profession for five years and had emerged as the representative of the streets, as he famously expressed in his popular track.
From his bold hip-hop tracks to his urban anthems and dancefloor hits, the legendary rapper has a extensive collection of popular songs that highlight his versatility.
From individual projects to team efforts, from creating iconic dance moves that defined an era to influencing urban language, in 2015, the award-winning artist flooded the industry with a series of successful tracks.
In 2015, he unveiled his fourth album.'Eyan Mayweather'which produced several successful albums, including the groundbreaking 'Bobo', 'Lagos Boys', 'Don't Stop', and 'Melo Melo'.
The album showcasedOlamideas a musician whose songs reflected the rhythm of the streetswhile further showcasing the breadth of his artistic talent as he seamlessly navigated both hip-hop and Afrobeats.
The album was nominated for the 2016 Headies Rap Album of the Year award and won the Best Rap Single honor for the track 'Eyan Mayweather', which shares its name with the album.
In 2015, Baddo had an exceptional year, contributing not only to a remarkable project but also offering his skills to his peers, helping them create successful tracks.
From hopping on Harrysonghis megahit "Reggae Blues" to helping launchPepenazito achieve mainstream success with a powerful chorus on 'Illegal', 2015 marked the peak of Olamide's career as he released one of the most unforgettable hit sequences in Afrobeats.
This week's Afrobeats Throwback takes us back to 2015, a year when Olamide dominated with a series of popular tracks.
Olamide's series of successful songs in 2015
1. Bobo
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2. Melo Melo
Baddo has succeeded in keeping his mainstream influence by occasionally incorporating pop elements, and the folk-themed love song 'Melo Melo' showcases his versatility.
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3. Lagos Boys
Olamide was raised in the Shomolu Bariga neighborhoods of Lagos state. As a native of the region, he honors the hard work, lively energy, and strength that characterize Lagos in his popular song 'Lagos Boys'.
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4. Don't Stop
No Afrobeats celebration is complete without a Baddo track. In 2015, he introduced the energetic 'Don't Stop' to his lineup of upbeat anthems.
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5. Eyan Mayweather
Olamide demonstrated his hip hop skills through this bold rap song, highlighting his position as an artist capable of competing in both hip hop and Afropop.
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6. Nostalgia Ft Olamide & Phyno — Local Rappers
In 2015, native rap music took center stage in Nigerian hip hop, with the key figures involved created a street anthem that highlighted their supremacy.
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7. Masterkraft Featuring Olamide & CDQ — Indomie
Olamide adds to this street-themed track, showcasing his reputation as the voice of the streets.
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8. Harrysong Featuring Olamide, Iyanya, Kcee, and Orezi — Reggae Blues
Olamide was chosen by Harrysong for one of the most significant songs and partnerships of 2015. The popular track highlights his talent to perform across different styles and elevate a song with his presence.
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9. Ycee feat Olamide — Jagaban Remix
When YCee aimed to remix his popular single, he reached out to Baddo, who is familiar with the various titles of the Godfather of Lagos politics.
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10. Pepenazi Featuring Olamide — Illegal
Baddo has a strong history of helping new talents gain recognition through featured verses. In 2015, he used his celebrity status to support Pepenazi, elevating him to mainstream popularity with an exciting chorus on 'Illegal'.