The much-anticipated album “Unruly” was released on August 9, 2023, captivating music enthusiasts with its blend of afrobeats, rap, and amapiano sound.
Olamide, a revered figure in the music industry, continues to make a mark with “Unruly,” his 10th album.
Produced by Eskeez Magicsticks, a Grammy Award winner known for collaborations with artists like Asake and Pprime, “Unruly” features collaborations with afropop talents including Rema, Buju Bnxn, Ckay, YBNL Signee Fireboy DML, and Asake.
Starting his musical journey with “Eni Duro” in 2012, Olamide’s influence extends through his record label YBNL, nurturing Nigerian talents like Naira Marley, Pheelz, Adekunle Gold, Lil Kesh, Chinko Ekun, and others.
This year, the Afrobeat Rapper released two singles from the album: “Trumpet” with CKay and “New Religion,” the latter reaching number one on the Amapiano list. “Unruly” follows Olamide’s 2021 “UY Scuti” album, marking his 10th as YBNL CEO.
Olamide has categorized “Unruly” as strictly +18-rated content, with an exciting lineup of tracks including “Celebrate,” “Jija,” “No Worries,” “Supplier,” “Come Alive,” “Shebebe,” and “Mukulu.”
Affectionately known as Baddo, Olamide’s influence has helped propel musicians like Adekunle Gold, Lil Kesh, Chinko Ekun, Asake, Victoh, Lyta, and Fireboy to stardom.
Throughout his career, Olamide has released nine albums, with three earning Record of the Year honors. Albums like “Carpie Dem” and “Baddest Guy Ever Liveth” secured Headies awards for Best Rap Album and Best Album of the Year.
Since its release, “Unruly” has gained international recognition, currently ranking fourth on Apple Music and streaming in 55 countries globally.
