Nigerian rap star Olamide has acknowledged the lasting impact of the late Indigenous rapper Dagrin on his music journey and that of many others in the industry.
Speaking in a recent video broadcast, the YBNL founder said Dagrin’s artistry inspired him deeply and continues to motivate several rappers even years after his passing.
Olamide disclosed that he often listens to Dagrin’s acclaimed album C.E.O whenever he struggles with creativity or experiences “writer’s block.”
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He said, “Dagrin’s ‘C.E.O’ album is a timeless project. That’s the only rap album almost everybody in the south west can sing word for word. Dagrin influenced a lot of rappers, whenever we need motivation, we would go and listen to his album.”
Dagrin, known for pioneering Yoruba rap and making Indigenous hip-hop mainstream, tragically died in an auto crash in April 2010. His legacy, however, continues to inspire a new generation of Nigerian rappers.
