Olamide Biography 2025: Age, Net Worth & Music Journey
Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide or Baddo, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record executive widely regarded as one of Africa's most influential artists. Born on March 15, 1989, in Bariga, Lagos State, Nigeria, he is 36 years old as of December 2025.
Early Life and Background
Olamide grew up in the bustling streets of Bariga, a densely populated area in Lagos, in a polygamous family. He discovered his talent for rap early and decided to pursue music professionally around 2000, drawing inspiration from the raw energy of street life and Yoruba culture.
Music Journey
Olamide's career took off in 2010 with his breakout single "Eni Duro" under Coded Tunes label. His debut album Rapsodi (2011) marked his entry into the mainstream.
In 2012, he founded his independent label YBNL Nation (Yahoo Boy No Laptop), releasing the follow-up album YBNL. This move solidified his independence and allowed him to nurture talents.
He pioneered indigenous Yoruba rap in mainstream Nigerian music, blending it with hip-hop, Afrobeats, and street slang. Key milestones include:
Albums like Baddest Guy Ever Liveth (2013), Street OT (2014), Eyan Mayweather (2015), and collaborations such as 2 Kings with Phyno (2015).
Consistent annual releases, earning him the nickname for reliability.
In 2023-2024, contributions to hits like Asake's "Amapiano" earned a Grammy nomination (Best African Music Performance).
2024: Released the EP Ikigai featuring YBNL artists like Fireboy DML, Asake, and others.
2025 Highlights: Named one of Billboard's Global Power Players. Released his 11th studio album, the self-titled Olamidé (meaning "wealth" in Yoruba) on June 18-19, 2025 – a 17-track project featuring Wizkid, Seyi Vibez, Asake, Young Jonn, and others. It reflects personal growth, grief, and genre versatility.92ab64,dc51f4
Through YBNL (in partnership with Empire Distribution), Olamide has launched stars like Lil Kesh, Adekunle Gold, Fireboy DML, and Asake, cementing his legacy as a mentor and executive.
Net Worth in 2025
Estimates for Olamide's net worth vary across sources, reflecting income from music royalties, YBNL operations, endorsements (e.g., first Nigerian Cîroc deal in 2013), live performances, and investments. Common figures range from $10 million to $15 million USD, with some higher outliers. Reliable outlets like Celebrity Net Worth peg it around $10M, while others cite up to $20M including assets.
Personal Life
Olamide is married to Adebukunmi Aisha Suleiman, with three children: sons Batifeori Maximilliano and Tunrepin Myles, and daughter Mowaririfunoluwa Celine.
From Bariga streets to global stages, Olamide's journey embodies hustle, authenticity, and innovation, making him a cornerstone of modern Afrobeats and Nigerian hip-hop.
