Nigerian rising star Ayo Maff, real name Ayorinde Mafoluku Ayodele, has returned with a brand-new single, Lazy Baby—a mellow, laid-back anthem that’s already catching ears across the Afrobeats scene.
Produced by godOmarr and released at midnight WAT, the track arrives on the heels of a social media buzz stirred by Ayo Maff himself, setting the tone for his upcoming debut album, Prince of the Street, expected to drop in the coming weeks.
At just 19 years old, Ayo Maff is carving a space for himself among Nigeria’s freshest talents. Since his breakout with Jama Jama in 2023, he’s been building momentum, and Lazy Baby marks a defining moment in that journey.
Sonically smooth and rhythmically rich, Lazy Baby captures the vibe of unapologetic relaxation—where chilling is the mission and the beat becomes your hammock. It’s a feel-good Afrobeats tune laced with streetwise bars and a production style that effortlessly blends urban grit with lounge-ready melodies.
Lyrically, Ayo Maff doesn’t shy away from speaking his truth. In lines like “Na eba dem no dey warm am omo / Alejo lowo ma fi alejo shere / Fuck my maths teacher Mr Wande / Pythagoras theory I never use am one day”, he offers a candid, rebellious take on conventional education and societal pressure, favoring authenticity over conformity.
Lazy Baby builds on the success of recent drops like Panic and Dealer (featuring Fireboy DML), the latter of which dominated charts and racked up over 2.5 million views on YouTube by February 2025. His debut EP Maffian, released in August 2024, showcased his gritty storytelling and melodic instincts, earning him respect from both the streets and the mainstream.
With this latest release, Ayo Maff continues to prove he’s not just a flash in the pan. Lazy Baby is more than a vibe—it’s a statement, reinforcing his unique blend of emotion, rhythm, and raw honesty. As anticipation grows for Prince of the Street, it’s clear that Ayo Maff is a voice of his generation, and he’s just getting started.
Listen to Lazy Baby here.