- Asake has dismissed rumours of a rift with Olamide, affirming that his respect for the rapper remains unchanged despite leaving YBNL to start his own label
- In December 2024, Asake had removed YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowed Olamide, sparking widespread rumours that the duo had parted ways on bad terms. .
World-famous Afrobeats star Asake has reaffirmed his respect and loyalty to his former label boss, Olamide, amid past rumours of a fallout.
Speaking during an interview with Korty EO, the “Lungu Boy” crooner dismissed speculations that there is bad blood between them.
In December 2024, Asake had removed YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowed Olamide, sparking widespread rumours that the duo had parted ways on bad terms. He later went on to establish his own record label, Giran Republic, as part of his move into independent music.
Addressing the situation, Asake made it clear that his perception of Olamide has remained unchanged.
“Till the world ends, Baddo will always be Baddo. The way I saw Baddo yesterday is the same way I see him today, and that will be the same way I will see him tomorrow, even if I become the president of America or Zimbabwe.
“Baddo will always be Baddo”.
Despite his exit from YBNL, the singer’s comments suggest that there is still mutual respect between both artistes.
Meanwhile, entertainment lawyer Yemisi Falaye had earlier shared insights into the split, claiming that the issues may have started from the early stages of Asake’s signing, alleging he entered the deal without proper legal review.
In other news… Nigerian singer Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, better known by her stage name Qing Madi, has compared the music industry’s profitability to that of the drug trade.
In a recent appearance on the Tea With Tay podcast, the 19-year-old artist explained that a single performance can earn an amount equivalent to what an average Nigerian worker might make over a year or even several years.
Madi revealed that her career in music has granted her financial independence, but she chooses not to showcase her wealth on social media, as she doesn’t want her public image to revolve around money.
“Earnings from music are on another level they’re like drug money. People may not fully grasp it… I don’t post my purchases online because I don’t want the media to define me by my wealth. I like to keep that private. But yes, I am financially well-off.
“The typical Nigerian has a 9-to-5 job and might make around N500,000 a month, whereas an artist can earn N20 million from just one show. Music can be incredibly lucrative,” she said.
Madi also suggested that the widespread love for music in Nigeria might be linked to the limited availability of therapy in the country, noting that many people turn to music for emotional support and a sense of escape.
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