Here’s everything you should know about Olamidé, the new self-titled album released in June 2025:
Album Overview
- Title: Olamidé (self‑titled)
- Type: 11th studio album (15th career project)
- Release Date: June 19, 2025 (originally scheduled June 3; saw minor delays)
- Label: YBNL Nation / Empire Distribution
Track List & Collaborators
- Total Tracks: 17
- Features Include:
- Wizkid (on “Kai!” and another track)
- Asake, Seyi Vibez, Young Jonn, Dr. Dre, BOJ, Darkoo, Popcaan, Daecolm, Spinall, Muyeez, Fxrtune, Fadi
- Lead Singles:
- “Kai!” – released April 28, 2025; Afrobeats vibe featuring Wizkid, produced by Eskeez & Semzi
- “99” – features Asake, Seyi Vibez, Young Jonn & Daecolm
Critical & Fan Reception
- Early reviews praise the album’s global reach and blend of introspection with energy
- Favorites reported by The Native:
- “Stronger” (ft. BOJ) — a mid‑tempo empowerment anthem
- “Hybrid” — a highlife‑infused homage to his street‑pop roots
Context & Evolution
- Follows his Ikigai EP (2024) and the Unruly album (2023)
- Marks a return after Olamidé had hinted at retirement—this self-titled project underscores a fresh, reflective, yet still ambitious phase in his artistry
Why It Matters
- Longest album since Lagos Nawa (2017), showing both ambition and creative elasticity
- Star‑studded collaborations enhance its appeal across genres and cultures—from Afrobeats to street‑pop to international vibes like Dr. Dre and Popcaan.
TL;DR
Olamidé (June 19, 2025) is a 17‑track showcase of Olamide’s evolution—melding introspection with high‑energy, globally‑tuned features. Lead singles “Kai!” and “99” set the tone. Early responses highlight its emotional depth, cultural resonance, and musical diversity.
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