Bella Shmurda Praises Olamide for Sacrificing Spotlight to Help Young Artistes Shine

Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has praised rapper and music executive Olamide for his significant contribution to the growth of emerging artistes in the Nigerian music industry, describing him as one of the most influential figures in African music.

Speaking in an episode of the 90s Baby Podcast, Bella Shmurda, known for his hit song ‘Cash App’, revealed that Olamide deliberately stepped back from the spotlight at a point in his career to create opportunities for younger artistes to establish themselves and showcase their talents.

According to him, Olamide’s willingness to sacrifice his own prominence and support upcoming musicians played a major role in the success of several artistes, including himself.

He explained that the rapper ensured that young talents were given the right platform, exposure and space to develop their careers, adding that such support from an established musician was uncommon in the industry.

“Olamide is the number one African artist, to me. I am not saying this because I am one of his branches. This man stayed back and made sure all the youngins in the industry like me are in proper space to blossom. Nobody else can,” he said.

Bella Shmurda stressed that not many established artistes would be willing to make similar sacrifices to help younger musicians grow, describing Olamide’s contribution as exceptional.

Source: Daily Post