Shallipopi Declares Olamide the King of Nigerian Street Music
Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, widely known as Shallipopi, has officially crowned Olamide, the legendary rapper, as the king of Nigerian street music. In a recent interview with Naija FM, Shallipopi spoke highly of Olamide’s influence in shaping the sound of street music in Nigeria, which has gained massive popularity both locally and internationally.
Shallipopi, who recently featured Olamide on his hit song “Order,” expressed deep respect for the rapper’s dominance in the genre. He explained that featuring Olamide on the track was a deliberate choice, as the song itself is a street anthem and Olamide is widely recognized as the face of street music in Nigeria. “Baddo [Olamide] is the father and king of Nigerian street music. So I had to feature him on ‘Order’ because it is a street song and Olamide owns the street,” Shallipopi said during the interview.
The street music genre, which blends local Nigerian sounds with hip hop, has seen a meteoric rise in recent years, and Olamide has been at the forefront of this movement for over a decade. His ability to continuously produce chart-topping tracks that resonate with the street culture has solidified his place as a dominant force in Nigerian music.
Shallipopi, who is known for his own unique sound and energetic style, also used the opportunity to clarify his current relationship with his former record label, Dapper Music. The singer confirmed that he has parted ways with the label after the expiration of his contract. However, he emphasized that there are no hard feelings between him and Dapper Music. “I have left the label after my contract expired, but there is no rift between us. We are on good terms,” Shallipopi clarified.
The collaboration between Shallipopi and Olamide has generated significant buzz, and their partnership on “Order” has further solidified Shallipopi’s position in the Nigerian music scene. With Olamide’s endorsement, Shallipopi’s musical career is likely to reach even greater heights as he continues to make his mark on the industry.
Olamide’s influence on Nigerian street music is undeniable, and Shallipopi’s public acknowledgment of his legacy is a testament to the rapper’s unmatched impact on the genre. As both artists continue to dominate the music scene, fans eagerly anticipate more collaborations and street hits that will define the next wave of Nigerian music.
