Oladips is a Nigerian born singer and songwriter. He is popular for songs like Places, Ello Bae and Chache.
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Full Names: Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji
Stage Name: Oladips
Age: 28 years
Nationality: Nigerian
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
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Oladips Biography, Date Of Birth, Early Life And Entertainment Career
Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper. He is one of the most talented and versatile indigenous rappers in the country, who is known for his witty lyrics and captivating flows in Yoruba and Pidgin English. He has released several hit songs, such as Dreams and Realities, Chache, Rapture, and Bounce, and has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the Nigerian music industry, such as Reminisce, Zlatan, Lil Kesh, and Mayorkun. He is also the founder and CEO of his own record label, Omo Iya Aje Records.
Biography and Early Life
Oladips was born on March 24, 1995, in Ogun State, southwestern part of Nigeria. He is a native of Ogun State and belongs to the Yoruba ethnic group. He was born and raised in a modest family, with his mother being a nurse and his father being a businessman. He has three siblings, two brothers and a sister.
Oladips had a passion for music from a young age and started writing and composing songs when he was in primary school. He was influenced by the likes of 2face Idibia, 9ice, Olamide, D’banj, Reminisce, Lord of Ajasa, and the late legendary Dagrin. He attended St. Thomas Aquinas Nursery and Primary School and later proceeded to King’s College, Lagos, for his secondary education. He was an active member of the school choir and drama club and participated in several inter-school competitions.
After completing his secondary education, Oladips relocated to Lagos State to pursue his music career. He enrolled at the University of Lagos, where he studied Mass Communication, but later dropped out due to financial constraints and lack of interest in academics. He decided to focus on his music career and began recording and releasing freestyles and covers of popular songs on social media platforms, such as Instagram, YouTube, and SoundCloud. He gained a lot of fans and followers who were impressed by his talent and creativity.
Entertainment Career
Oladips’ breakthrough came in 2015, when he won the D’banj’s “King is Here” competition, a rap contest that was organized by the Kokomaster himself. He beat over 8,000 contestants and emerged as the winner, earning himself a record deal with Edge Records, a label owned by Reminisce. He also received a cash prize of N1 million and a brand new car.
Oladips released his debut single under Edge Records, titled “Bounce”, featuring Reminisce, in 2015. The song was a hit and received positive reviews from critics and fans alike. He followed it up with another single, titled “Let Dagrin Down”, a tribute song to his late idol and mentor, Dagrin. The song was also well-received and showcased Oladips’ lyrical prowess and emotional depth.
In 2016, Oladips released his first EP, titled “Dreams and Realities”, which contained six tracks, including “Hello” (Adele cover), “Asalamalekun” (Reminisce cover), “Shoki”, and “Champagne”. The EP was a success and earned him more recognition and accolades in the industry. He also featured on some of the songs of his label mates, such as “Feego” by Reminisce, “Cypher Session” by DJ Instinct, and “Ori Mi” by DJ Enimoney.
In 2017, Oladips released another hit single, titled “Chache”, which was a street anthem and a club banger. The song was produced by Doomzday and had a catchy hook and a groovy beat. The song also had a colorful and creative video, directed by Unlimited LA, which featured cameo appearances from Reminisce, Lil Kesh, and Zlatan. The song was nominated for the Best Street-Hop Artiste category at the 2017 Headies Awards.
In 2018, Oladips released another single, titled “Rapture”, which was a rap song that showcased his versatility and skill. The song was produced by Krizbeatz and had a video directed by Jassy Generation. The song was also nominated for the Best Rap Single category at the 2018 Headies Awards.
In 2019, Oladips parted ways with Edge Records, after four years of being signed to the label. He revealed that he was unhappy with the terms and conditions of his contract and that he felt exploited and cheated by the label. He also claimed that he had only N23,000 in his account after spending four years with the label. He released a song, titled “Maybe”, to announce his exit from the label and to express his frustrations and regrets. He also announced the launch of his own record label, Omo Iya Aje Records, which he said was his dream and vision.
Oladips continued to release more songs under his own label, such as “Twenty Tiri K”, “Ikebesupa”, “Half Human Half Rap”, “Alubarika”, “Kwarantine”, “Tusi”, and “Magu”. He also collaborated with some of the top artists in the industry, such as Zlatan, Lil Kesh, Mayorkun, Mohbad, and DJ Kaywise. He also featured on some of the songs of his protégés, such as “Idan” by DJ 4kerty, “Mainland to Island” by Zlatan, and “Opor” by Rexxie.
In 2020, Oladips released his second EP, titled “Mainland to Island”, which was a joint project with Zlatan. The EP contained four tracks, including “Mainland to Island”, “Consistency”, “Hallelujah”, and “Zaddy”. The EP was a fusion of rap and Afro-pop and was well-received by fans and critics alike. The EP also had a video for the title track, directed by Perliks Definition.
In 2021, Oladips released another EP, titled “Zaddy”, which was a solo project. The EP contained five tracks, including “Zaddy”, “Need You”, “Places”, “Omo Iya Aje”, and “Vain”. The EP was a blend of rap and R&B and was dedicated to his fans and supporters. The EP also had a video for the track “Need You”, directed by Simplicity Visuals.
Personal Life
Oladips is a private person and does not like to disclose much about his personal life. He is not married and does not have any children. He is rumored to be in a relationship with a lady named Bukola, but he has not confirmed or denied the rumor. He is a devout Muslim and observes his religious obligations. He is also a philanthropist and a humanitarian, who supports various causes and charities, especially those that cater to the needs of the less privileged and the vulnerable in the society.
Oladips Death
On the 15th of November, 2023, there were rumors on the social media concerning Oladips being in a critical condition.
They have however not been confirmed and fans are praying for his wellbeing.
Social Media Handles
You can connect with Oladips on:
Instagram @oladipsoflife
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