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Olamide drops one-word bombshells about top Afrobeats artists in new interview
Nigerian rap icon and YBNL boss, Olamide, has offered fans a rare peek into how he views some of the top stars in Afrobeats using just one word for each.
Appearing on the latest episode of Flow with Korty, which aired on Sunday, August 3, 2025, Olamide sat down with host Korty EO for a relaxed in-car conversation that took a personal turn.
During the chat, he was asked to sum up several of his peers and protégés using only a single word, and his answers were both surprising and insightful.
When Fireboy DML came up, Olamide didn’t hesitate: “Amazing.” The YBNL signee has long enjoyed a close mentor-mentee relationship with Olamide, and the admiration clearly runs deep.
Asked about Adekunle Gold, Olamide paused briefly before choosing “audacious,” likely a reflection of the singer’s daring evolution from highlife to a more experimental, pop-driven sound.
The biggest surprise came when Lil Kesh was described as “adorable.” The unexpected term drew laughter and curiosity, offering a soft, affectionate glimpse into their past label connection.
For Asake, the breakout star known for his energetic performances and chart-topping hits, Olamide selected “spontaneous,” hinting at the artist’s unpredictability and explosive rise within the music scene.
And when it came to describing himself, the seasoned hitmaker paused thoughtfully before landing on the word “peaceful.” A calm contrast to the fiery energy that often surrounds the music industry, it’s a fitting label for someone who’s grown into a statesman-like figure in Nigerian music.
Olamide’s brief but powerful descriptions quickly stirred buzz online, with fans appreciating the glimpse into how one of the industry’s most influential figures sees his colleagues and himself.
Olamide describing Fireboy, Adekunle Gold, Asake, Lil Kesh & himself with one word 👇🏽
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— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) August 3, 2025