I begged Olamide for two years before he agreed to sign me – Asake

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Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, known as Asake, has disclosed that he spent about two years pleading with renowned rapper and YBNL Nation CEO, Olamide, before securing a record deal.

The 'Mr Money' artist recounted that Olamide eventually invited him to his house and proposed the idea of signing with the record label. Despite some hesitation, Asake accepted the offer.

Olamide, being thorough, advised Asake to consult with a lawyer and thoroughly understand the contract's terms. However, Asake, overwhelmed with excitement, signed the contract immediately.

This revelation provides insight into Asake's journey and the persistence required to secure opportunities in the music industry.

Speaking in an interview with Hip TV, Asake said, “Before he [Olamide] signed me, I’ve been begging Baddo [Olamide] since 2020 to sign me.

“One day, I got to his house, then he asked me… This part burst my head. This is how he signed me. He said, ‘How are you, Asake?’ I said I’m fine. And he asked me, ‘Would you like to join YBNL?’

“You don’t understand, for somebody you look up to, somebody you respect, somebody you’ve been longing to see, to ask you that question. I told him that I’m ready. He said, ‘Go and think about it. Go and look for a lawyer.’ I said, ‘Baba, sign me now now now. I don’t want any lawyer. Because I love the [YBNL] family so much even from afar.”

Asake officially joined YBNL Nation in February 2022. Coinciding with his signing, he released his debut extended play (EP) titled "Ololade" in the same month. The EP featured the breakout track 'Omo Ope,' a collaboration with Olamide, and the single 'Sungba.' 

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