Afrobeats artist Fireboy DML, real name Adedamola Adefolahan, recently shared that he was on the brink of becoming a small-scale trader despite holding a bachelor’s degree, before being signed to YBNL Nation by rapper and music executive Olamide.
In a recent episode of the 90s Baby Show in London, Fireboy DML revealed that he had planned to sell rechargeable lamps under Ajah Bridge in Lagos before securing a recording deal with YBNL Nation in 2018.
He also mentioned that he was already selling pepper soups at a joint but was looking to switch businesses.
The singer said, “Thank God for that [Olamide signing me]. I was considering selling rechargeable lamps. I met one guy under Ajah Bridge, he was telling me about the business and I told him I was interested.
“To me, at the time, it was more dignified. At least, people will sell you a lamp seller but selling pepper soup is crazy, bro. My parents didn’t know I was doing menial jobs. It was crazy but now, we thank God.”
Interestingly, Fireboy disclosed that he was signed to the record label via WhatsApp. His breakthrough came with the success of his single ‘Jealous’ featured on YBNL Nation’s collaborative album, ‘YBNL Mafia Family’ in 2018.
Following his rise to fame, Fireboy DML released his debut studio album ‘Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps’ in 2019, cementing his position as a rising star in the music industry.
