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Omah Lay’s story is one of fast rise to fame and influence, one he’s shown he duly deserves. The 23-year-old Port Harcourt born singer shot to prominence with his debut EP “Gey Layd” in 2020, a project which soon garnered millions of streams. Seizing the moment, Omah Lay soon followed up a new EP “What Have We Done” solidifying his place in the industry.

 

Covering Accelerate TV Magazine’s latest issue, the singer talks about his music, recent Ugandan saga, setting aside fears to keep pushing boundaries amongst others.

Omah Lay Talks His Transition To Fame, Misconception About Him & More

“I do my best to make timeless music- music that’s not all about the trends; such that in 10 years, 20 years…people would listen to those songs and say“.

Read excerpts from the cover story

On his transition from being an everyday guy to a mega artiste

The transition from being an ordinary guy to a superstar hasn’t been easy, it hasn’t been smooth but it’s been worth it. One thing about becoming a star is the love people have for you. Everywhere you go there’s love, and I owe it to the fans to open up.

Omah Lay Talks His Transition To Fame, Misconception About Him & More

“I’m not a social media person, I’m not a friendly/ open person, I’m not really good at taking pictures but guess what?! The fans want to see me and so here I am.

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On the biggest lesson he’s learned to date:

“Someone taught me something, his name is Olu Maintain. He sent me a message when I first came out with my EP ‘Get Layd’… He said, protect your energy, protect your vibe and the world is going to be yours!”

On the biggest misconception people have about him:

People expect me to be rough; Coming from Port Harcourt marine base and that’s one of the biggest misconceptions people have of me. People expect me to be a sweet boy; to be soft but I’m neither of those things.

Catch the full interview HERE. 

Credits

Photo credits:
Styling: @styledbyladyj
Words: @theofficialladyj_
Photography: @mikeyoshai
Graphics: Adedayo Adegbami
Motion Graphics: @demotology
Location: @theobservatorylagos @mancavelagos
Outfits: @theinstallbrand & @rushstyledit

 

 

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