Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, widely known by his stage name Asake, has officially confirmed that he has exited from YBNL Nation, the label that helped propel him into the spotlight. There had been various speculations and rumors circulating about a potential rift leading to Asake’s departure from Olamide’s esteemed record label, YBNL, and this uncertainty has now been addressed.
Asake made his exit known to the public by unveiling his latest single titled ‘Why Love,’ which he has released under his own independent imprint, Giran Republic. This marks a significant milestone in his career as he takes a bold step into managing his artistic direction and music distribution independently. Prior to this announcement, in his first single of the year, ‘Military,’ Asake had paid tribute to his mentor Olamide, effectively putting to rest any rumors that there might have been discord or misunderstandings between the two artists.
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Asake first signed with YBNL Nation back in February 2022, and during his time with the label, he achieved considerable success, gaining recognition for his unique sound and energetic performances. Additionally, in July 2022, he further expanded his career by signing a distribution deal with Empire, a prominent player in the music distribution industry.
Despite his recent exit from YBNL, it is important to note that Asake continues to maintain his partnership with Empire, which suggests that he is focused on ensuring the continuity of his musical journey while embracing new opportunities and challenges that come his way. This development marks an exciting new chapter for Asake as he navigates the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry on his own terms.
