These are the 10 facts about the talented singer Oxlade you probably didn’t know
Oxlade is one of the few artists in the Nigerian music industry that has an addictive voice, so obviously, his vocal dexterity is something to behold and here are the 10 facts about the talented singer you probably didn’t know.
Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman popularly known as Oxlade rose to prominence after a spectacular contribution to ‘Mamiwota’ with Blaqbonez then later collaborated with Fireboy DML on a single titled ‘Sing’ which brought him much attention because of the unbelievably relaxing vocal dexterity, Oxlade’s vocal ability is simply uncommon.
Oxlade has a velvety voice, falsetto embedded, a greater dynamic range, and can sing pitches more accurately and expressively to energize the sound with proper breath support
In the Nigerian music industry, artistes with such ability and power are very few, they include Wande Coal, Wurld, Demmie Vee, and Lyta.
Oxlade on the other hand has proved his ability to break through the mainstream by having tons of great collaborations, including Skip Marley, who featured Oxlade on the P2J remix to ‘Slow Down’, released in 2020. The bump led Afrobeats cut also includes vocals fixed from H.E.R and Nigeria afrobeat heavyweight Davido, clearly flagging a solid root in Oxlade’s approach.
He released his debut 6-tracks EP titled ‘Oxygen‘ in 2020 which struck a chord across the nation and beyond, it serves as a ladder for him to grasp the position as the next rated artists in the Nigerian music industry.
It was supported by a single titled ‘Away’ which is a groovy vibe, melodious tune and a shock value and resonance of an instant hit.
10 facts about the talented singer you probably didn’t know
1. Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman popularly known as Oxlade is a singer and songwriter.
2. Oxlade was born on April 22, 1997, in Surulere, Lagos
3. He rose to prominence with the song “Away”, which appeared on Rolling Stone 50 best songs of 2020.
4. After the passing of his mother at a tender age, he was raised by his father and grandmother.
5. His father was a lecturer at Lagos State University, where he gained admission to study History and International Relations.
7. In 2018, he was approached by A&R executive Bizzle Osikoya, right after the release of “Mamiwota” by Blaqbonez, off the Bad Boy Blaq ep, released through 100 Crowns, an imprint of Chocolate City.
8. After his meeting with Bizzle, he signed a management deal with The Plug, also signed a publishing, licensing and distribution deal with The Plug Entertainment, and a record deal with Troniq Music.
9. On 27 December 2018, Davido allowed Oxlade to perform at the City of David concert in Lagos and he opened for Wizkid in London at Star Boy Fest in 2019.
10. He was featured on the song “Overdue” from Coming 2 America studio album Rhythms of Zamunda, curated by Sipho Dlamini, and released on 5 March 2021, through Def Jam Africa, and Def Jam Recordings.