Olamide Joins Fela Kuti as the only Nigerian Artistes to Achieve This Milestone on the Billboard Charts
Rap icon Olamide has added a new feather to his cap as one of the greatest music exports out of Nigeria alongside the iconic Afrobeat legend, the late Fela Kuti. The two artists now stand as the only Nigerian artists in history to achieve a truly remarkable feat on the illustrious Billboard charts.
Olamide’s highly anticipated 10th studio album, titled “Unruly,” resolidified his position in music history as he became the only Nigerian artist alongside Fela to record a high number of entries on the Billboard World Albums Chart. The album debuted at number 10 on the chart, marking Olamide’s sixth entry on the chart. His other albums that have made the chart are:
- Street OT (number 4)
- The Glory (number 6)
- Lagos Nawa (number 6)
- Carpe Diem (number 11)
- UY Scuti (number 12)
Fela Kuti, however, remains at the helm of this distinction, having garnered a remarkable total of eight albums that have graced the Billboard World Albums charts.
The significance of this achievement for Olamide cannot be overstated; it marks a monumental milestone in his journey as a rapper and music mogul. The rapper also had the highest charting rap album by a Nigerian artist on the US and UK charts for Apple Music while also recording the highest debut in 24 hours for a rap album by a Nigerian artist on Spotify.
Olamide’s success is a testament to the growing popularity of Nigerian music around the world. He is one of a growing number of Nigerian artists who are making waves on the international stage, and his achievement is a major step forward for the Nigerian music industry.
In a statement, Olamide said he was “humbled and grateful” for the achievement. “This is a dream come true for me,” he said. “I’ve always wanted to make my mark on the world with my music, and this is just the beginning.”
Olamide’s success is a source of pride for Nigerians everywhere. He is a role model for young people and an inspiration to all who dream of making it big in the music industry. His achievement is a reminder that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.
