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  • Oxlade shares experience with racial abuse in France

    Oxlade shares experience with racial abuse in France

    Afrobeat singer, Ikuforiji Olaitan, popularly known as Oxlade, has opened up about facing racial abuse in France.

    During a recent appearance on ‘The Datebizz’ podcast, Oxlade revealed that the traumatic experience inspired the title of his debut album, ‘Oxlade From Africa.’

    He recounted: “I decided to name my album ‘Oxlade From Africa’ because I was racially abused in France, precisely Monaco”.

    Oxlade shared that the incident made him realise the existence of African stigma, citing the stark contrast between how Africans perceive themselves and how they’re perceived abroad.

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    “That was what woke me up to be an African. It also made me realise that African stigma exists. In Africa, we see ourselves as normal human beings but outside Africa, they [foreigners] see us as monkeys, strange beings”, he said..

    Additionally, Oxlade expressed his thoughts on the perception of Africa and Nigeria, stating that these names are often used derogatorily.

  • Oxlade’s “Kulosa” earns first RIAA Gold certification in US

    Oxlade’s “Kulosa” earns first RIAA Gold certification in US

    Afrobeat sensation, Oxlade has achieved a monumental milestone as his 2022 hit single “Kulosa” was certified gold in the United States, surpassing 500,000 units in sales.

    The song’s massive success has been evident globally, with over 400 million streams on Spotify and over 187 million views across two music videos on YouTube.

    “Kulosa” also spent months on the Billboard Afrobeats Chart, peaking at number five.

    The achievement marks Oxlade’s first RIAA plaque, solidifying his position alongside an elite group of Nigerian artists who have received RIAA certifications.

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    Notably, CKay’s 7X platinum hit single “Love Nwantiti” leads the race for Afrobeats’ first Diamond song.

    “Kulosa” is featured on Oxlade’s debut album “Oxlade from Africa”, which boasts impressive collaborations with Wande Coal, Flavour, Bobi Wine, Fally Ipupa, and Popcaan.

    Oxlade’s international recognition continues to grow, with certifications in France, Canada, the UK, Nigeria, Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland.

  • Wande Coal is the reason I make music, says Oxlade

    Wande Coal is the reason I make music, says Oxlade

    Ikuforiji Olaitan aka Oxlade has confessed to making music because of the all time Nigerian music star, Wande Coal.

    In a recent chat, Oxlade revealed that a lot of his fans and colleagues don’t know that Wande was his major inspiration and influence for singing.

    He said, “I don’t think I’ve ever said this generally before, but I think Wande is the reason I make music, and people don’t even know. Wande is the reason why singers have the guts to still sing. Wande came in an era where, you know, vocalists and singers were a dying breed, and he made us have an identity and still believe in ourselves—so having someone like Wande on this album is a dream come true for me.”

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    Continuing, Oxlade narrated how he featured Wande Coal on a song entitled, ‘Asunasa – Hold your waist,’ saying after recording the song in Ghana, he felt something was missing and it only took a conversation with Wande Coal to know that his voice was the missing link.

    “That’s the fastest song I made on the album. I made it in Ghana, and when I was thinking of the song I felt like the song was just missing something. [Wande and I] were discussing and I just pitched it to him, and he decided to jump on the song. That’s one of my favourite songs of all time, and I feel like the world is going to relate to it.”

  • I thought cabals existed in music industry – Oxlade

    I thought cabals existed in music industry – Oxlade

    Afropop sensation Oxlade has recently opened up about his previous belief in the existence of cabals within the music industry.

    The ‘Kulosa’ singer revealed that he had once thought these elusive, powerful groups influenced the careers and success of artistes behind the scenes.

    However, a conversation with a friend shifted his perspective on the matter.

    Oxlade explained that he realised a person’s belief system can shape their reality.

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    According to him, “One’s belief births whatever happenings surrounding them.”

    He noted that, after reflecting on the concept, he no longer feels bound by any perceived industry cabals. Instead, he believes that success is based on individual choices, mindset, and the path one decides to take.

    The artiste further stated that he now feels empowered and unaffected by the notion of cabals, adding that he has reached a point in his career where even those he once viewed as part of these influential circles now want to associate with him.

    “I used to believe they existed until I heard something somewhere that it is what you agree to that will actually happen so I don’t feel like I’m affected by any cabal anymore, I feel like I’m at a stage where cabals even want to roll with me.”

  • Why I dropped out of University in my final year – Oxlade

    Why I dropped out of University in my final year – Oxlade

    Singer Oxlade has revealed the circumstances that led him to abandon his studies at Lagos State University in his final year.

    In an appearance on the ’90s Baby Show podcast, Oxlade disclosed that gang threats forced him to leave campus.

    The singer described the campus environment as “crazy” and “hot” during his time, prompting LASU to later crack down on such behaviour.

    He said: “I dropped out of the university in my final year because it was a cr@zy time.

    “There were some gangs after me because I’m a fine boy. Being a fine boy makes you a target. It’s either you join them or they off you. So I had to leave that environment.

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    “I went to Lagos State University (LASU). Go and read about the school. Now, they’re more focused on academics. I think they’ve realised how fragile life is and how important it is to pursue your dreams, so they’ve cracked down on that kind of behaviour. Now everyone is chasing money, but at that time, it was a hot period.”

    Oxlade also shared the emotional struggle of hiding the truth from his family.

    “After I left school, I ran away from home because I couldn’t tell my family why I dropped out. They wouldn’t understand; they would just think I was making excuses. So I couldn’t go back. It felt like I let my family and my grandma down. The crazi€st part was that when my grandma finally saw me, she was so calm about it. All that pressure I put on myself was just in my head”, he said.

  • Why it is difficult to find true love, by Oxlade

    Why it is difficult to find true love, by Oxlade

    Singer Oxlade shared his experiences with love and heartbreak, sharing how a past relationship shaped his perspective.

    Speaking on The 90’s Baby Show, Oxlade recalled how his ex-girlfriend’s friends questioned her decision to be with him because of his financial status.

    He revealed that this incident had a deep impact on him, changing how he views love.

    Oxlade attributed the heartbreak to external pressures rather than any actions from his ex-girlfriend.

    “I feel like you don’t do evil for evil, that’s giving her bad PR. I can’t expose her, my community will. Trust me, there are stalkers that go crazy; they will find you. I promise you, it’s the internet.

    “It’s not what she did to me, but what the community did to us. Back then, I didn’t even have the bread so it was all true love. Just true love and words of affirmation. There was this time when I was in her hostel and I heard her friends ask her, ‘Girl, what are you doing with Oxlade.

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    “I was at the door and when I entered, their demeanour changed. That thing broke me and from then on I saw the patterns change until I saw her with the same guy she said she wasn’t seeing.

    “This was at a very early stage in my life, during my hustle era. That was the moment I learned that love is sweet o, but it’s not everywhere”.

    The singer concluded that true love is rare and requires luck.

    “You can’t find true love everywhere and you must be lucky, God wants you to see love before you can find it”, he said.

  • I began singing before I even started talking, says Oxlade

    I began singing before I even started talking, says Oxlade

    Afrobeat singer, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, popularly known as Oxlade, has made a stunning revelation about his musical beginnings.

    In a recent episode of the ’90s Babies podcast, Oxlade claimed that he started singing before he could talk, citing his parents as the source of this information.

    According to the singer, his parents recalled that as a child, he sang faster than he could articulate words.

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    “I started singing before I started talking. My parents told me that I started singing before I could even talk,” he explained.

    “I sang faster than catching up with talks. That was what my parents told me. I feel like that was where it [my talent] all started from”, he said.

  • Oxlade offers N500,000 to needy protester

    Oxlade offers N500,000 to needy protester

    Afrobeats singer Oxlade has extended a helping hand to a woman who captured the nation’s attention during the #EndBadGovernance protests.

    The woman carried an empty pot to symbolise her struggle with hunger. 

    Oxlade took to X to share a photo of the woman and offer N500,000 in financial assistance.

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    He wrote: “Someone please help me find this woman, I’ve got 500k for her,” he wrote.

    Efforts are underway to locate the woman and connect her with Oxlade’s offer. 

  • Music gatekeepers boycotting me – Oxlade

    Music gatekeepers boycotting me – Oxlade

    Afrobeats pop star, Ikuforiji Olaitan, popularly known as Oxlade, has alleged he is being blacklisted in the music industry.

    According to him, some gatekeepers are boycotting him while some of his senior colleagues are also blackmailing him.

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    Oxlade, in a freestyle session on Glitch Africa, added that some of his colleagues copying his musical style are backbiting him.

    “Many boys don dey sound like me and still many boys don dey backbit me. Why me?

    “Some gatekeepers don dey boycott me. Some OGs don dey blackmail me,” he said.

  • Wizkid is the best, says Oxlade

    Wizkid is the best, says Oxlade

    Afrobeats superstar Ikuforiji Olaitan, popularly known as Oxlade, has declared his senior colleague, Wizkid his best Nigerian musician.

    The ‘Ku Lo Sa’ crooner said he is willing to debate his assertion with anyone.

    Speaking in the latest episode of the Afrobeats Podcast, Oxlade explained that he is a staunch Wizkid fan.

    He said: “I’m a full FC and I can argue with anyone that Wiz [Wizkid] is the best.”

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    He added, “Wizkid is the blessed guy. Burna Boy is the one that proves everybody wrong but Wande Coal is the actual source.”