Afrobeats Star Credits Olamide for Helping Him Reclaim the Smash Hit from Young Jonn
Nigerian singer and rapper Lil Kesh has opened up about how he nearly gave away his breakthrough hit “Efejoku” — one of the songs that helped launch him into stardom.
In a recent interview, the Afrobeats artist revealed that after recording “Efejoku,” he didn’t initially see the song’s full potential and was ready to let it go, even offering it to its producer, Young Jonn, known for crafting multiple chart-topping bangers.
- “I didn’t know the value of the song,” Lil Kesh said. “I’m a melody-driven artist, and ‘Efejoku’ didn’t really fit my vibe at the time.”
🔁 How Olamide (Baddo) Changed Everything
The turning point came when Lil Kesh played the song for Olamide, the influential music executive and YBNL Nation boss, at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos.
“Baddo was blown away when he heard it,” Kesh recalled. “I told him I had dashed it to Young Jonn and he said, ‘What? You better go collect your song!’”
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- Spurred by Olamide’s reaction, Lil Kesh quickly called Young Jonn and reclaimed the track.
That decision turned out to be career-defining.
🚀 ‘Efejoku’ Became a National Anthem
“Efejoku,” featuring label mate Viktoh, became an instant hit, dominating airwaves and party playlists across Nigeria upon its release. The song showcased Lil Kesh’s street energy, catchy delivery, and dance-floor appeal — elements defining his sound.
Since then, Lil Kesh has remained a recognizable name in the Nigerian music industry, known for hits like “Shoki,” “Is It Because I Love You,” and “Cause Trouble.”
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