Olamide Net Worth 2025: Biography, Age, Height, Source of Wealth

Profile Summary

Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide or Olamide Baddo, is a Nigerian rapper, singer, and record label executive from Lagos State.

Over the past decade, the rapper has remained a prominent figure in the Afrobeat industry, consistently dropping chart-topping hits and paving the way for new artists.

In this article, we’ll look into Olamide’s net worth in 2025, his biography, age, personal life, assets and his journey to building one of the most successful record labels in Nigeria.

What is Olamide Net Worth in 2025?

As of 2025, Olamide’s net worth is estimated at $20 million which is over ₦30.6 billion Naira, making him one of the richest singers in nigeria.

His fortune comes from YBNL label ownership, distribution deals, endorsements, and royalties from a deep music catalog that continues to stream globally.

Understanding Olamide’s Net Worth

To really understand Olamide’s wealth, one must look beyond concerts and record sales. Olamide is not just a performer but also a music executive who has successfully transitioned from the stage to the boardroom.

Some estimates undervalue him by only counting streaming revenue from his personal catalog. Others inflate his wealth with lifestyle speculations but overlook the actual economics of YBNL’s partnership with EMPIRE, which distributes his label’s music globally.

Our estimate balances the two: it accounts for his long-running catalog royalties, brand deals, real estate, and YBNL Nation’s success in grooming stars like Fireboy DML and Asake (before his move).

Read about Asake Earnings and Income.

Olamide’s Sources of Income

1. Music & Streaming

Olamide’s catalog of over 10 albums keeps him one of Nigeria’s most streamed rappers.

• Unruly (2023) crossed 50M+ Spotify streams in its first year, while older hits like Wo and Science Student remain evergreen.
• Across Spotify, Boomplay, and Audiomack, his lifetime catalog streams exceed 500M plays, valued at $1M+ in royalties.
• YouTube adds another $100K–$150K annually from high-performing music videos.

2. YBNL Nation (Record Label)

• Fireboy DML: His single Peru (with Ed Sheeran) surpassed 1B streams globally. As YBNL boss, Olamide earns royalties, distribution shares, and management cuts — estimated $500K+ annually from Fireboy’s catalog.
• Asake: Signed to YBNL in 2022, his explosive rise with Mr. Money With The Vibe and hits like Sungba and Terminator made him one of Africa’s hottest acts. His debut album pulled 300M+ streams in months, with Olamide’s YBNL taking a share before his move. Estimated Olamide earnings during Asake’s breakout: $2M–$3M cumulative.
• With the EMPIRE distribution deal, both Fireboy and Asake’s releases gained global placement, multiplying royalties for YBNL.

Overall, YBNL contributes roughly $2M+ annually to Olamide’s portfolio.

3. Endorsements

Olamide has secured several multimillion-naira brand deals over the years, including:

• itel Mobile – smartphone ambassador deal, reportedly ₦30M–₦50M.
• Goldberg Lager – major beer endorsement campaign, worth ₦50M+ per year.
• Past deals with Guinness Nigeria, Etisalat, and Ciroc, pushing his lifetime endorsement earnings above $2M.

4. Live Shows & Tours

While he no longer tours as frequently as before, he still earns signifcant income from it.

• His Olamide Live in Concert (OLIC) has grossed ₦100M+ per edition in Lagos.
• International shows, such as the upcoming 2025 OVO Arena in London, are projected at $500K gross per concert.

5. Other Bussiness Ventures

• Olamide also earns income from his clothing line named “Street OT“.

Olamide’s Net Worth Growth (2015–2025)

Olamide Biography & Age

Olamide whose real name is Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, was born on 15 March,1989 in Bariga, Lagos State. He is 36 years old as of 2025.

Growing up in a modest household with his parents, Olamide had always dreamed of becoming a rapper.

However, it wasn’t until later in life that he pursued his passion to make a name for himself in the music industry.

Education

For his primary and secondary school, the rapper attended a high school in Bariga, Lagos Nigeria.

After which, he later went on to attend Tai Solarin University of Education, where he studied Mass Communication.

In an interview with TVC News, badoo revealed that he had to drop out of the university due to financial constraints.

Despite this setback, he remained steadfast in his pursuit of success.

Parents and Family Background

Olamide comes from a polygamous family and is the second child of his father, Pa Adedeji, and mother, Ronke Osisanya Adedeji, who is his father’s second wife.

He has two siblings named Temmygold and Eniola Olamilekan, better known as DJ Enimoney. DJ Enimoney is the official DJ of Olamide’s record label, YBNL Nation.

Music Career

Olamide’s music career began in his teenage years when he started rapping on the streets and competing in rap battles around 2010.

He soon gained recognition for his unique style, which was mainly in his native language, Yoruba.

In 2010, he was signed to Coded Tunes Record and released his first official single “Eni Duro“.

This single became a major turning point in his life marking the start of his successful musical journey.

Olamide released his debut studio album “Rapsodi” under Coded Tunes, which featured popular musicians like 9ice and Wizkid and became a major hit in Nigeria.

After leaving Coded Tunes, Olamide founded his record label, YBNL Nation, in 2012.

He released his first single “Yahoo Boy No Laptop,” which earned him major awards, and then went on to release an album every year from 2013 to 2016.

His latest album, the 12th studio album, was released on June 18th, 2021.

While he now focuses on managing artists under his label, the singer still drops occasional hits to keep his fans happy.

Achievements & Awards

Olamide’s contributions to Nigerian music have earned him recognition as both an artist and mentor. Over the course of his career, has won several music awards which include 16 Headies Awards, 4 Nigeria Entertainment Awards, and 2 City People Entertainment Awards.

Below is a breakdown of all olamide’s awards:

Assets & Lifestyle

Olamide’s assets reflect his success, with investments in real estate and luxury cars.

Below are some of his key assets:

Houses

Cars

Personal life & Controversies

Olamide has been happily married to Adebunkunmi O. Adedeji for several years now, they have two wonderful sons together, Batifeori Maximilliano Adedeji born in 2015, and Tunperin Myles Adedeji born in 2019.

Adebunkunmi is a private person and not much is known about her online, but she is also a successful entrepreneur who owns Novade Hair Care.

On multiple occasions, the hitmaker has praised his wife for her unwavering support and commitment to his career since before he entered the music industry.

Apart from his marriage to Adebunkunmi, Olamide had an extramarital affair with a popular Nigerian OAP Maria Okan, they had a baby girl Asaiah Monifé Maria and she lives in the UK with her mom.

The controversy of his extramarital affair rocked the internet when Maria came online to complain about the singer neglecting her child.

Despite all of this, the singer remains committed to his marriage with Adebunkunmi.

Future Projections

With YBNL’s partnership with EMPIRE still active and Fireboy DML continuing to grow globally, Olamide’s net worth could rise further. New projects, selective international shows, and brand renewals could push him closer to $25M by 2030.

What’s Next for Olamide?

Fans expect Olamide to continue mentoring the next generation of Nigerian stars. With whispers of a potential 2025 U.S. tour and more label signings, he is set to remain influential both on stage and behind the scenes.

Final Thoughts

From Bariga’s streets to global stages, Olamide has proven himself as one of Nigeria’s most consistent and influential musicians. With a net worth of $20M in 2025, his legacy is not just his music but also the platform he has built for others to shine.

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