Olamide

Awards & Honours

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Olamide's career is marked by a string of historic achievements. He was the first Nigerian to sign an endorsement deal with Cîroc in 2013, and in 2023 he became one of the first Nigerian rappers nominated for a Grammy. Billboard recognized him as a Global Power Player in 2025. His label YBNL Nation has launched multiple Afrobeats stars, a testament to his eye for talent. With 11 studio albums and dominance across African charts, his influence on the continent's music scene is extraordinary.

AwardsOlamide has won multiple awards at The Headies, including Best Rap Single, Album of the Year, and Lyricist on the Roll. He has also won at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards, City People Music Awards, Soundcity MVP Awards, and AFRIMA. His production work has been recognized at The Beatz Awards. He earned a Grammy nomination in 2023.

Honours & Distinctions

Billboard Global Power Players

Billboard·2025

Listed as one of the Global Power Players.

Rankings & Lists

#Listed

Global Power Players

Billboard·2025

Records & Feats

First Nigerian to sign endorsement deal with Cîroc

Career Milestone·2013

In July 2013, Olamide became the first Nigerian artist to sign an endorsement deal with the premium vodka brand Cîroc.

One of the first Nigerian rappers nominated for a Grammy

Awards·2023

Olamide received a Grammy nomination in 2023 for 'Amapiano' with Asake, making him one of the first Nigerian rappers recognized by the Recording Academy.